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payable

[pey-uh-buhl] / ˈpeɪ ə bəl /


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Agreements totaling $110 million followed, payable if the data center is built.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 16, 2026

A lump sum, equivalent of 25% of the annual ministerial salary, is payable when a minister stops holding office.

From BBC Jul. 23, 2026

With an indirect rollover, the check is made payable to the former employee, is treated as a distribution and is subject to mandatory 20% tax withholding.

From MarketWatch Jul. 19, 2026

It is payable on top of the purchase price of many goods and services, with the standard rate 20%.

From BBC Jul. 7, 2026

“Today is Mr. Featherstone's birthday. Today is the anniversary of Tilita’s marriage. Insurance is payable, as are the water, gas, and light bills.”

From "The Martian Chronicles" by Ray Bradbury




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