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repay

[ri-pey] / rɪˈpeɪ /




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In 2023, a judge ordered Justice’s wages as governor be garnished to repay a loan for mining equipment; another judge ordered U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

For instance, at the end of last year borrowers of $100 million loans were, on average, only getting $99.15 million after this fee, though they have to repay the full $100 million—plus interest.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Murrell's lawyer indicated this week that the former chief executive had enough funds to repay the sum he embezzled from the party.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

High inflation allows debtors to repay loans with watered-down dollars.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

Roz asked if there was some way she could repay Coral for saving her life, but the whale was just happy to help.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown




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