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arrears

[uh-reerz] / əˈrɪərz /


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A decade ago, Gerry queried arrears on his account with the CMS.

From BBC Aug. 17, 2026

Her ex-partner is meant to pay more than £330 a month, but she said he is not paying, and had built up arrears of almost £10,000.

From BBC Aug. 17, 2026

The first judge ruled that he was required to continue paying the alimony and also ordered him to pay the arrears.

From MarketWatch Jul. 9, 2026

The agency's director-general Gilbert Houngbo "has decided to rescind the appointment of the deputy director-general, considering continued delays in the payment of arrears", the ILO said in a statement.

From Barron's Jun. 1, 2026

My own work, with its manifold arrears, took me all day to clear off; it was dark when I was able to inquire about my zoöphagous patient.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker




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