paid

Example Sentences

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“The victim families, sometimes paid, with a calculation that a single payment would protect their family and business in India and the United States as well.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

These airports, the largest being San Francisco International, were spared the 2026 shutdown chaos because contract screeners continued to be paid outside the federal payroll system.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

A new government system for handling the tariff refunds is aimed at “importers of record,” which are the entities that paid duties at the border and brought in goods.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

In fact, countries’ efforts to bolster their self-reliance and diversify have paid off during this war.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

In gratitude for his newfound happiness, Charles Livermore paid Kate’s travel expenses, including a new wardrobe.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock