coffers
Example Sentences
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The Taliban authorities have expanded the mining sector since returning to power five years ago, aiming to tap into Afghanistan's vast underground resources to boost state coffers.
From Barron's ● Aug. 9, 2026
The taxes diverted from government coffers could have funded education, healthcare and other societal needs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 3, 2026
Now, at least the initial refund payments are expected to hit the company’s coffers this year, Ford says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
If you are withholding too much money, it makes sense to reduce that amount so you put that money in your back pocket in lieu of having it languish in IRS coffers.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 8, 2026
“Must I remind my lord, this trouble is not of my doing? And not all of us have had die opportunity to refill our coffers with the plunder of Maidenpool and Dragonstone.”
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
