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repay

[ri-pey] / rɪˈpeɪ /




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Days before the sale, they reached an agreement to repay about $9 million, halting the scheduled auction.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Marshals to seize a company helicopter to help repay a separate loan of more than $10 million.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Now 33, she said student loans have contributed to a decision to delay starting a family with her partner, because even though she wouldn't repay during maternity leave, the interest would still accrue.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

High inflation allows debtors to repay loans with watered-down dollars.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

“Least I can do to repay you for all your free labor.”

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz




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