as in trusts
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a way of paying for something by making a series of small payments over a long time
We used an installment plan to buy the furniture.
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Recent Examples of installment plans
Consumers get approvals at checkout instead of waiting days—think Klarna at H&M or Apple’s installment plans for devices.
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Aj Dhaliwal, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Season 1 of The Pitt wasn't afraid to show the harsh realities of what goes down in the chaotic world of ER medical professionals and its upcoming installment plans to do the same.
—Mekishana Pierre Published, EW.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Aj Dhaliwal, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Season 1 of The Pitt wasn't afraid to show the harsh realities of what goes down in the chaotic world of ER medical professionals and its upcoming installment plans to do the same.
—Mekishana Pierre Published, EW.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for installment plans
Noun
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In 2024, dynastic trusts were the buzzy vehicle for passing down wealth.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Oct. 2025
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In her line of work, Anderson has seen an increase in people establishing trusts.—
Mariah Maddox,
Parents,
20 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Republicans have been arguing for a budget extension before negotiating on the credits.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
23 Oct. 2025
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Wasser’s acting credits include the series Poker Face, Girls and Search Party.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Installment plans.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/installment%20plans. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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