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alimony

[al-uh-moh-nee] / ˈæl əˌmoʊ ni /


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These are most commonly claims for child support or alimony, federal and state tax obligations, government-related debts, and, in some jurisdictions, debts owed to victims of fraud.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

She said her alimony was low enough to make her eligible for food stamps.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

However, the Supreme Court upheld a 2bn won alimony payment for Ms Roh.

From BBC • Oct. 16, 2025

For Dorothy, her salary as a substitute teacher doesn’t let her build an adequate rainy day or retirement fund, even though she receives alimony from her ex-husband.

From Salon • Oct. 4, 2024

“Say, could you let me have five until the twentieth? That’s when my alimony check comes. I usually don’t run short, but I had a problem last week.”

From "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes




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