repay
Example Sentences
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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
Now 33, she said student loans have contributed to a decision to delay starting a family with her partner, because even though she wouldn't repay during maternity leave, the interest would still accrue.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
High inflation allows debtors to repay loans with watered-down dollars.
From Barron's • May 30, 2026
Prosecutors say at this point, Juin only had a few thousand dollars left in his bank account and that he has failed to repay any of the money.
From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026
He’d also repay the kindly truck driver by saving their life when their gas pedal got stuck to the floor.
From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein
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