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repay

[ri-pey] / rɪˈpeɪ /




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“There is little to no chance that she will ever be able to repay these loans.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

There is little to no chance that she will ever be able to repay these loans.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

It aims to use proceeds from the IPO to expand store networks, invest in distribution center capacity, strengthen digital and IT capabilities, repay loans and cover listing expenses.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

The company expects to use proceeds from the proposed offering to repay debt and pay offering fees and expenses.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

The following year, Robert returned to England at the age of 17, not only penniless but honour-bound to repay the expenses his tutor had incurred for him in Geneva and assisting with his journey home.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin




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