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disbursement

[dis-burs-muhnt] / dɪsˈbɜrs mənt /


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Louis Meisinger, the judge overseeing the disbursement of the $4-billion payout, declined to comment on the reason for the audit.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 4, 2026

In January 2025, the OMB released a memo that ordered all federal agencies to “temporarily pause all activities related to obligation or disbursement of all federal financial assistance.”

From Slate Aug. 4, 2026

The latest agreement, once approved by the IMF's board, will clear the way for disbursement of around $6.1 million.

From Barron's Jun. 22, 2026

For example, a loan of $10,000 will have $422.80 deducted, resulting in a net disbursement of $9,577.20.

From MarketWatch May 15, 2026

It’s serious,” declared Bess, putting her mind to the matter of the disbursement of her chum’s windfall.

From Nan Sherwood at Lakeview Hall Or the Mystery of the Haunted Boathouse by Annie Roe Carr

The money would consist primarily of disbursements from the Federal Emergency Management Agency flagged for communities hit by the fires, part of a $33.9-billion wildfire relief funding request made by Gov. Gavin Newsom.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 25, 2026

Outside of monetary policy, inflation impacts mortgage rates for homeowners, eligibility for school lunch subsidies, Social Security disbursements, and more.

From Slate Apr. 24, 2026

In some cases this will involve adjusting existing loan programs, including by accelerating disbursements or providing additional financing.

From Barron's Apr. 9, 2026

Trump signed an executive order in March 2025 mandating all eligible federal disbursements to be paid electronically instead of via paper check.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 7, 2026

The Treasurer shall receive all moneys belonging to the Territory that may be raised by contribution, or otherwise, and shall procure suitable books in which he shall enter an account of his receipts and disbursements.

From A History of Oregon, 1792-1849 Drawn From Personal Observation and Authentic Information by William Henry Gray




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