shell out

Example Sentences

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To get a Starlink antenna on the black market, Iranians previously had to shell out around "$800 or $1,000" at the end of 2025, Ahmadian recalled, a prohibitive amount for many.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

Others make “pay-to-win” games that encourage the user to shell out micropayments to keep up.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

Youth sports have grown into a $40-billion dollar per year industry, where eager parents shell out for private coaches, off-season practice, and travel leagues, in the hopes of giving their child a competitive edge.

From Slate • Feb. 16, 2026

That’s how much the average 65-year-old may need to shell out — in after-tax savings — to cover healthcare expenses in retirement.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 13, 2026

“Why should I shell out money”—Dad tossed the magazine on the floor—“for a pile of rocks?”

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell