open account

Example Sentences

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"I have had the same Ukrainian trading partner for years and an open account with him. How can I now ask him to pay me money while he is struggling to stay alive?"

From Reuters • Mar. 4, 2022

The large plantation owner usually dealt with some London house, which kept an open account with him, crediting his tobacco against orders for the manufactured articles and luxuries which the Virginia and Maryland gentlemen demanded.

From The Colonization of North America 1492-1783 by Bolton, Herbert Eugene

"Sibylla," he gravely said, putting the open account into her hand, "I have received this bill this morning."

From Verner's Pride by Wood, Henry, Mrs.

And the only advantage you have is that you have an open account there?-Yes.

From Second Shetland Truck System Report by Guthrie, William

Until the money for the bond issue should be available, the Hibernia Bank authorized the Dock Board to draw against it on open account.

From The Industrial Canal and Inner Harbor of New Orleans History, Description and Economic Aspects of Giant Facility Created to Encourage Industrial Expansion and Develop Commerce by Dabney, Thomas Ewing