as in profitable
yielding a profit
finally found a paying job
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as in payment
the act of offering money in exchange for goods or services
the actual shopping was quick, but with the long lines, paying for the stuff seemed to take forever
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as in compensating
to give (someone) the sum of money owed for goods or services received
we need to pay the cashier and then we can leave
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2
as in meeting
to give what is owed for
you ought to pay that bill before it's overdue
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as in spending
to hand over or use up in payment
rock fans were willing to pay enormous sums to get into the concert
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as in giving
to produce as revenue
an investment paying six percent
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as in employing
to provide with a paying job
pay someone to mow the lawn for the summer
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Recent Examples of paying
Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2025
So, while a paying customer willing to spend $100 on a coin bundle will typically receive around 100 Sweeps Coins as a bonus, the non-paying customer who mails in a postcard is capped at 5 Sweeps Coins – a nominal amount.
—Daniel Wallach, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Oct. 2025
Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2025
Tariffs are also part of the reason Americans are paying more at repair shops — auto parts are primarily imported and now subject to tariffs of 25%.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2025
The tenant would be responsible for paying the difference.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 15 Oct. 2025
But Burke has always been focused on what comes after the world starts paying attention.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 15 Oct. 2025
That would likely only cover one pay cycle and military families are already seeking additional assistance from food banks and other groups to help with paying bills.
—NPR, 15 Oct. 2025
Beyoncé is paying her respects to a music icon.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025
Hill is one of many music stars paying tribute this week, as Tyler, the Creator, Doja Cat, Nile Rodgers and Flea were among many others citing D’Angelo as an influence on their music.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2025
The other stores are not paying.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Under Niccol, Starbucks has brought back its tradition of baristas doodling on cups in Sharpie pens; reinstated self-serve milk and sugar stations; cut 30% of the food and drink menu; ended its open-bathroom policy for non-paying customers; and laid off 1,100 corporate employees in February.
—Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2025
So, while a paying customer willing to spend $100 on a coin bundle will typically receive around 100 Sweeps Coins as a bonus, the non-paying customer who mails in a postcard is capped at 5 Sweeps Coins – a nominal amount.
—Daniel Wallach, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Noun
Notably, Ditto is the best paying of the three, but doesn’t accept freelancers from California, Massachusetts and New Jersey.
—Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
Duran had bigger concerns than who might be paying a local blogger.
—Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2025
Tariffs are also part of the reason Americans are paying more at repair shops — auto parts are primarily imported and now subject to tariffs of 25%.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2025
The tenant would be responsible for paying the difference.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 15 Oct. 2025
But Burke has always been focused on what comes after the world starts paying attention.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 15 Oct. 2025
That would likely only cover one pay cycle and military families are already seeking additional assistance from food banks and other groups to help with paying bills.
—NPR, 15 Oct. 2025
Beyoncé is paying her respects to a music icon.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025
Hill is one of many music stars paying tribute this week, as Tyler, the Creator, Doja Cat, Nile Rodgers and Flea were among many others citing D’Angelo as an influence on their music.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2025
The other stores are not paying.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for paying
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Monica Turner of Procter & Gamble, who is currently the President of North America, the company’s largest and most profitable region.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
13 Oct. 2025
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Coincidentally, each armoire is three times as profitable as each chair, while each bed is twice as profitable.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
13 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Upon the basis of these findings, Congress declares that the constitutional right of citizens to vote is denied or abridged in some areas by the requirement of the payment of a poll tax as a precondition to voting.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
17 Oct. 2025
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In an interview with Fortune, cofounder and CEO Renaud Laplanche explained that Upgrade managed to thrive during a broader reckoning for neobanks because of product diversification and a focus on loans, which can offer a far greater margin than transaction payments.—
Jeff John Roberts,
Fortune,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Ciavatta said Pindorama has been offsetting its entire carbon footprint since 2007, compensating 100% of its emissions through the reforestation of river basins in partnership with the SOS Mata Atlântica Foundation.—
Marcelo Cajueiro,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
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The government agreed this year to settle an excessive force lawsuit brought by the American Civil Liberties Union by paying compensating several plaintiffs for their injuries.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
5 Oct. 2025
Verb
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But the Russian leader hasn’t shown any interest in meeting with Zelenskyy and Moscow has only intensified its bombardment of Ukraine.—
Chris Megerian,
Fortune,
18 Oct. 2025
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Consider meeting with a dietitian for support.—
Carrie Madormo,
Health,
18 Oct. 2025
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According to recent travel industry data, Black Americans are among the fastest-growing demographics in luxury travel, spending billions annually on experiences that center wellness, culture, and community.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
18 Oct. 2025
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This cap would punish districts like ours for spending responsibly.—
Grace Tucker,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
18 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The three-bedroom model is currently priced lower than the two-bedroom version on Amazon—essentially giving you an extra room for free.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Oct. 2025
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Thanks for giving this beautiful baby a home!—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Much like a soccer team employing zonal marking on a corner kick or free kick, going zone against a baseline out of bounds (BLOB) or sideline out of bounds (SLOB) play simplifies the defensive assignments and minimizes the impact of the opponent's crossing and screening actions.—
Jim Root,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
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Velasca works with leading producers, employing cashmere from Filati Biagioli Modesto and fabrics from Thomas Mason for its shirts.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Wealthier Americans have been assisted by rising house values, lucrative stock market returns and favorable credit, while lower- and middle-income buyers have faced tighter budgets and been hit hard by rising inflation.—
Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
13 Oct. 2025
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Undoubtedly, some comedians will make productive, and perhaps even lucrative use of new tools at their disposal.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
13 Oct. 2025
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“Paying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paying. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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