spend

Example Sentences

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It has also moved slowly in beefing up its social safety net so people have more confidence to spend rather than save.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

The analysts noted that for capex growth next year to match levels this year, the hyperscalers would need to spend around $1.4 trillion.

From MarketWatch • May 10, 2026

A robust debate between Taiwan’s Cabinet and the opposition in parliament ended Friday not over whether to accept U.S. defense equipment, but over how much to spend.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

Some shoppers told the BBC they welcomed the chance to build up more points because they didn't spend enough to unlock many deals under the original scheme.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

They’d spend their days at leisure in the hog wallow and nest in dry leaves by night.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck