shell out

Example Sentences

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And while AI skills are generally in demand, there are also some employers who don’t want to shell out the high wages needed to attract those types of workers, Janulaitis added.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Some shell out tens of thousands of dollars for consultants as early as junior high.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

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

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

He ate the egg in two bites and flicked a bit of shell out from between his teeth.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin