payable

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"We will always respect and comply with our international obligations, and where the powers in the Bill are used, an independent valuer will be appointed to determine what compensation, if any, is payable."

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

Make it payable to the bursar instead of the student, and the tax treatment may be completely different.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

They allege that HRP has agreed in principle to sell the property to the county for $200 million, plus another $200 million payable over 20 years.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

The company ended the first quarter with a record $381.1 billion in cash and Treasury bills, after accounting for a payable for purchasing some of short-term government debt.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 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