lump sum

Example Sentences

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First Brands didn’t pay duties on that lump sum, according to the lawsuit.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Giving a larger amount as a lump sum, say, right before the child buys a house, would start to count toward the parent’s lifetime federal gift- and estate-tax exemption.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

Annuities are products sold by life-insurance companies that convert a lump sum into a guaranteed income for life.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

But while Hammond's challenge was ongoing the CMS obtained interim and final lump sum deduction orders and in December 2020 took £19,269 from his bank account.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Four years was a long time, but a calf or a good lump sum at the end would be a solid investment in the future.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo