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in kind

[in-kahynd] / ˈɪnˌkaɪnd /


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Ask whether the plan can distribute shares in kind.

From MarketWatch Sep. 10, 2026

The other part of it is that it’s wonderful because people initially come in kind of nervous about not having a buffer between myself and the space or themselves and space.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 21, 2026

The option, known as payment in kind, or PIK, is losing popularity as a sweetener in the private-credit industry.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 11, 2026

His team has made a similar argument for why the "in kind" - non-cash - benefits allegedly from Cottrell were not registered.

From BBC Jul. 6, 2026

Like near-deaf people, she screamed, half not hearing what she was saying and partly hoping her listeners would reply in kind.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou




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