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bankruptcy

[bangk-ruhpt-see, -ruhp-see] / ˈbæŋk rʌpt si, -rəp si /


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Student loans are famously difficult to discharge in bankruptcy.

From MarketWatch

Student loans are famously difficult to discharge in bankruptcy.

From MarketWatch

In January 2002, Global Crossing filed for bankruptcy, vaporizing tens of billions in market value.

From The Wall Street Journal

But even he has blinkers on: Yes, 1975 might have been a great, great time in New York, despite garbage strikes, crime rates and municipal bankruptcy.

From The Wall Street Journal

In September, subprime auto lender Tricolor filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection, sending shock waves through the credit markets.

From Barron's