wire transfer
noun
: a transfer of funds (as from one bank account to another) by electronic or formerly by telegraphic means
… has steadily built alliances with financial-service providers … enabling it to offer services such as bargain-priced money orders and wire transfers.—
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Users should also pay by credit card, and if asked to pay by wire transfer, cryptocurrency or gift cards, do not do so.
—Amaia Gavica, Miami Herald, 18 June 2026
Be cautious of requests for wire transfers or alternative payment methods.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 12 June 2026
Legitimate emergencies don't require Venmo, wire transfers, or a courier showing up at your door.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026
Investors with enough cash in their accounts will automatically be debited, while those who need additional funds must deposit them via check or wire transfer.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 8 June 2026
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Amaia Gavica, Miami Herald, 18 June 2026
Be cautious of requests for wire transfers or alternative payment methods.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 12 June 2026
Legitimate emergencies don't require Venmo, wire transfers, or a courier showing up at your door.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026
Investors with enough cash in their accounts will automatically be debited, while those who need additional funds must deposit them via check or wire transfer.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 8 June 2026
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“Wire transfer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wire%20transfer. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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