owe

Example Sentences

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“I owe it all to the ’94 World Cup.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

I've been quite lucky not to experience this but if people challenge you on your sobriety, be firm - you don't owe an explanation to anyone and it should be enough to just say no.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

But for pre-retirees, the looming question is how much tax you’ll owe on that amount every year.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Mom and dad see you going on that vacation when you owe them money, and the relationship changes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

“This right here? This is all the money I owe your Aunt Melissa. Don’t stress,” Dad says at his sister’s horrified face.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller