rent
Example Sentences
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She added that spending money on food and long-term rent helps mitigate the seasonality of tourism, bringing consistent revenue to local businesses.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
Not a single low-wage 20 company has median pay even close to the income level needed to afford the current U.S. average rent for a two-bedroom apartment.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026
After his boyfriend dies tragically, Rowan is forced to start from scratch, mourning the dream of the life he once had alongside his partner and trying to rent out his now-spare bedroom.
From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026
Venture capitalists are stepping in to cover expenses like rent while dropouts from Harvard to Stanford chase their startup dreams.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
“You said Dad needed to pay you rent, right? Would this cover it?”
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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