pay in
phrasal verb
paid in; paying in; pays in
British
: to put (money) in an account : deposit
I went to the bank to pay in a cheque.
paying a cheque in an account
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While financial terms of BofA’s deal have not been disclosed, other brands in its sponsorship class are said to be paying in the neighborhood of $100 million for their own FIFA packages.
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Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 5 Dec. 2025
Several other employees, both current and former, told The Star there were recent issues with the company card not working, resulting in employees having to pay out of pocket to feed clients, lack of food in the shelter and issues with employees not being paid in full.
—Kansas City Star, 5 Dec. 2025
The points are completely tax-deductible in the year the points were paid in respect to a purchase.
—Jeff Lazerson, Oc Register, 4 Dec. 2025
Special attention was paid in ensuring this would in no way impact its overall functionality—in other words, rust wouldn’t sacrifice its structural integrity—and subtle aftermarket additions were added to bolster its appeal, as well as accommodate its contemporary componentry.
—Peter Nelson, Robb Report, 3 Dec. 2025
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Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 5 Dec. 2025
Several other employees, both current and former, told The Star there were recent issues with the company card not working, resulting in employees having to pay out of pocket to feed clients, lack of food in the shelter and issues with employees not being paid in full.
—Kansas City Star, 5 Dec. 2025
The points are completely tax-deductible in the year the points were paid in respect to a purchase.
—Jeff Lazerson, Oc Register, 4 Dec. 2025
Special attention was paid in ensuring this would in no way impact its overall functionality—in other words, rust wouldn’t sacrifice its structural integrity—and subtle aftermarket additions were added to bolster its appeal, as well as accommodate its contemporary componentry.
—Peter Nelson, Robb Report, 3 Dec. 2025
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“Pay in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pay%20in. Accessed 14 Dec. 2025.
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