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underwriter

[uhn-der-rahy-ter] / ˈʌn dərˌraɪ tər /


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"We have seen some quotes where the underwriter has actually warranted that the vessel goes through at... full throttle," said Smith.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

Bellis, who works as a mortgage underwriter, wanted to be closer to her parents because she has a child and needed more space.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 14, 2026

Jefferies Financial Group, the lead underwriter on the bond offering, boasted at the time that it was one of the biggest junk-rated deals ever completed for a retailer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 11, 2026

This set the model for Wall Street’s role as underwriter of America’s soon-booming industry.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 28, 2025

The cruel parent in the case of Ronald Vane was exemplified by an exceedingly worthy and kind-hearted gentleman, who followed the profession of underwriter at Lloyd’s.

From Big Game A Story for Girls by Vaizey, George de Horne, Mrs.




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