Chapter 11

noun

: bankruptcy as provided under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code which governs corporate reorganization
filed for Chapter 11

Examples of Chapter 11 in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The broadcast giant filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring in January. Steve Knopper, Billboard, 25 Apr. 2024 Express plans to close 95 locations nationwide after the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection earlier this week. Angela Rodriguez, Sacramento Bee, 25 Apr. 2024 The fast-casual seafood chain is reportedly eyeing Chapter 11 bankruptcy after an endless shrimp deal proved way too popular. Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2024 Express voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Delaware on Monday for the potential sale of a majority of the company's stores and operations, according to a news release. The Courier-Journal, 24 Apr. 2024 Mall retailer Express filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, but a group of investors is looking to acquire and save the company. Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 23 Apr. 2024 Why is Express closing? Express and its subsidiaries filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Delaware after its merchandise was no longer appealing to customers. Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 23 Apr. 2024 Jobs lost, going out of business sale Earlier this month, 99 Cents Only Stores filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2024 Express joins a handful of retailers filing for Chapter 11 so far this year, including fabrics and craft retailer Joann. Associated Pess, The Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

see chapter

First Known Use

1970, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Chapter 11 was in 1970

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“Chapter 11.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Chapter%2011. Accessed 3 May. 2024.

Legal Definition

chapter 11

noun
chap·​ter 11
: chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code see also Bankruptcy Code
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