as in to pay
to give what is owed for
if we can't ante up at least half of the overdue rent, we are going to be evicted
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His daughters, Beatrice and Eugenie, have never paid a penny in rent for their grace and favour homes in London, despite being non-working royals; King Charles foots the bill using his private wealth, but at a discount on the market rent of about 40%.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
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The pool deck, aft bar and outdoor buffet area are popular, while paid spaces such as Vibe Beach Club offer an alternative for those willing to spend extra for more room.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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The efforts have so far paid off, as the company has reversed same-store sales declines and attracted more high-income diners who are trading down to fast food.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
8 Dec. 2025
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Gold investing has paid off for a lot of people this year, but will that trend continue in 2026?—
Aly J Yale,
CBS News,
8 Dec. 2025
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Gharibabadi said the 60-day negotiations between Tehran and Washington after Friday’s signing of the agreement will hinge on the US meeting several obligations, including the release of billions of dollars in frozen Iranian funds.—
Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
15 June 2026
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Bumping into someone wasn’t met with frustration, but with a grin and a comment about the Knicks, as if the entire city had agreed to give each other a pass from the stereotypical crankiness for one single night.—
Antonio Ferme,
Variety,
14 June 2026
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“Ante (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ante%20%28up%29. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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