lump

Example Sentences

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Annuities — referring here to single-premium immediate annuities, known as SPIAs — are simple but powerful life-insurance products that can convert a lump sum into a guaranteed pension for life.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

Instead of a lump sum, you’ll receive a payment each month for a given period, and those payments do count for your income taxes.

From Salon • Mar. 24, 2026

Some lump them in with fees they charge for asset management.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

“They lump hundreds of billions of dollars in single lines. The SEC doesn’t require them to disclose” the electricity costs.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

“You’ve been looking so hard. I thought…I figured…” I can feel a lump forming at the back of my throat, but I’m not going to cry.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller