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indebted

[in-det-id] / ɪnˈdɛt ɪd /


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He emphasized that he doesn’t want people becoming indebted to the IRS because of their beliefs.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

“We are indebted to his many contributions and will forever carry with us the many lessons learned,” wrote current chair Gabriel Gutierrez.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Concerns about private credit, including AI-disrupted software firms and highly indebted companies, have caused major bank stocks to fall 8% to 18% this year.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

Spreads between yields of other eurozone government bonds over Bunds widened as investors became increasingly wary of more indebted countries such as Italy and France.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

“We are indebted to her forever,” he said, “for saving the life of my brother. Ay, what courage to approach the evil place alone!” he added.

From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya




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