rent
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"We usually rent newer houses that are a blank canvas so we can make them our own, although this last season the accommodation was provided furnished by Argyle," she says.
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026
But there is no protocol for well-meaning mothers who suspect something about their 20-something who pays her own rent, doesn’t miss work and answers all her calls.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 7, 2026
He’s paying 40% less rent than he is in Hollywood for a larger space.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026
For example, in London candidates must either live, work or be registered to vote in the capital, or rent or own a property in the city.
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
Last time Mama took out a loan, she had to use bill money to pay it back and we almost got kicked out of our apartment for missing rent.
From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston
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Microeconomics
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