borrow
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That said, the U.S. has more room to borrow than those countries because it controls the world’s reserve currency, and because of Treasury debt’s position as a haven for investors.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
Whether customers borrow a Dior Saddle or a Chanel Flap, they can keep it as long as they wish—as long as they pay the membership fee—or swap a bag for another style after 30 days.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
Gabriella and Kurtiss have had to borrow £6,000 from friends and family to continue paying both providers to avoid the risk of repossession.
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026
"My mum's on holiday so I'm able to borrow her car just now but she's back on Thursday and I haven't yet got a plan," she said.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
They hadn’t had permission to borrow the equipment, exactly.
From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn
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