repay

Example Sentences

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

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

"Fourteen years ago, 40% of our clients could repay their debts in a reasonable amount of time," she said.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Their nearly decadelong friendship became strained after she failed to repay a loan from him, he says.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

Figuring out how to save and repay debt can even be part of the initial conversation between parents and graduates.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

“I am grateful,” my mother said tenderly, “perhaps we can repay a little of the kindness la Grande has given to so many.”

From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya