direct deposit
noun
: a method of payment in which money is transferred to the payee's account without the use of checks or cash
Examples of direct deposit in a Sentence
Our employees are paid by direct deposit.
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Payments can be issued as a check or direct deposit (ACH).
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Staff, Oklahoman, 7 Feb. 2026
For the most timely and secure tax return use, use direct deposit for your returns.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 7 Feb. 2026
Taxpayers are encouraged to file as soon as possible and choose direct deposit to receive refunds more quickly.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 3 Feb. 2026
Bank information is required for direct deposit refunds, according to the IRS.
—Dallas Morning News, 3 Feb. 2026
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Staff, Oklahoman, 7 Feb. 2026
For the most timely and secure tax return use, use direct deposit for your returns.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 7 Feb. 2026
Taxpayers are encouraged to file as soon as possible and choose direct deposit to receive refunds more quickly.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 3 Feb. 2026
Bank information is required for direct deposit refunds, according to the IRS.
—Dallas Morning News, 3 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for direct deposit
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“Direct deposit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/direct%20deposit. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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