1
as in obligation
something (as money) which is owed
he filed for bankruptcy when his debts exceeded his assets
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2
as in crime
a breaking of a moral or legal code
forgive us our debts
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Recent Examples of debt
Aviation experts said a revival would come with substantial challenges, as Spirit left behind billions in debt and its assets are being liquidated.
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Bri Buckley, CBS News, 5 June 2026
With over 80% of Kenya’s tax revenues going toward debt servicing costs, the government has been under pressure to raise funds for development projects and social programs with Ruto eyeing reelection next year.
—Martin K.n Siele, semafor.com, 25 May 2026
Suzuki also led the successful restructuring and rescue of Southland in the early 1990s after the 7-Eleven parent filed for bankruptcy due to massive debt from a leveraged buyout.
—Reuters 20 Hr Ago, CNN Money, 25 May 2026
Those pressures don’t just show up as higher interest rates on government debt.
—Jared Bernstein, The Atlantic, 25 May 2026
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Bri Buckley, CBS News, 5 June 2026
With over 80% of Kenya’s tax revenues going toward debt servicing costs, the government has been under pressure to raise funds for development projects and social programs with Ruto eyeing reelection next year.
—Martin K.n Siele, semafor.com, 25 May 2026
Suzuki also led the successful restructuring and rescue of Southland in the early 1990s after the 7-Eleven parent filed for bankruptcy due to massive debt from a leveraged buyout.
—Reuters 20 Hr Ago, CNN Money, 25 May 2026
Those pressures don’t just show up as higher interest rates on government debt.
—Jared Bernstein, The Atlantic, 25 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for debt
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This year, Davis began the process of shifting some sidewalk repair obligations onto adjacent property owners to address a repaving backlog and citywide budget deficit.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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Gomez also criticized the public notice that warned broadcasters about their public interest obligations.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
29 May 2026
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The crime spree occurred from May to December 2023.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2026
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Maxwell, Epstein's former girlfriend and associate, remains the only other person charged in connection with Epstein's crimes.—
James Hill,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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Covarrubias tied the score 1-1 with an RBI single to left-center in the fifth.—
Jose de Jesus Ortiz,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
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If you're approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
2 June 2026
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My youth was my downfall, my sin love, and the go-between a snowy day.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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For pilgrims, Hajj, performed over five days, can be a deeply moving spiritual experience and a chance to seek God’s forgiveness and the erasure of past sins.—
Baraa Anwer,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2026
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Chinese private sector indebtedness is now the highest in the world.—
George Calhoun,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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Upon completion of the transaction, Aeffe would be released from its indebtedness and would also be substantially devoid of assets.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
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Barbara Goodman, the assistant administrator, stated that Awana—the behavioral health company run through Glory to God (GTG)—received a 30-day Medicaid termination notice in May without explanation, despite never being audited or receiving a violation.—
Morgan Rynor,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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Citing violations of the National Environmental Policy Act, Williams issued a preliminary injunction ordering the closure of Alligator Alcatraz within 60 days.—
Eric Schlosser,
The Atlantic,
4 June 2026
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The person sitting across the table could be the millionaire next door, or on the brink of bankruptcy.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
6 June 2026
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The Santa Rosa City Schools Board previously voted to permanently close the schools as part of an effort to avoid bankruptcy and state receivership.—
Da Lin,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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“Debt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/debt. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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