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as in compensates
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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as in meets
to give what is owed for
you ought to pay that bill before it's overdue
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as in spends
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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5
as in employs
to provide with a paying job
pay someone to mow the lawn for the summer
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as in salaries
the money paid regularly to a person for labor or services
it's difficult to support two children on her pay
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as in payments
something (as money) that is given or received in return for goods or services
we should demand pay for all the overtime we're putting in
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Recent Examples of pays
David A. Lieb, Fortune, 29 Apr. 2026
The state’s Next Level Jobs program pays the tuition for students to take classes for high-demand jobs, Dulin said.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
Try the giant Belgian waffles or a Philly cheesesteak omelet, which pays homage to the owner's hometown.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
Because hospice care pays a flat daily rate, the billing continues as long as the identity stays active.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 Apr. 2026
Weekend 2, historically the twin that nobody quite pays attention to, no longer carried the air of an afterthought or a well-kept secret.
—Andrea Domanick, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Ryan Zonnekeyn pays his bills by auctioning Belgian birds online.
—Sharyn Alfonsi, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026
In a solid bit of blocking from Leon, Kyra pays no heed as Luz cleans up after a meeting and other characters offer to help.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 22 Apr. 2026
While the average driver nationally pays about $181 per month for car insurance, the average Tesla Model Y driver pays $282 per month for coverage and the typical Model X driver pays $377 per month, according to the insurance comparison site The Zebra.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2026
Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
Just to cover the city’s various bond measures, the owner of a home with an assessed value of $1 million pays around $1,145 annually.
—Shomik Mukherjee, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2026
The final version of the bill walks back many of the more drastic changes that originally appeared in HB 2, including lowering co-pays, easing up on redetermination and allowing for hardship waivers.
—Keely Doll, Louisville Courier Journal, 2 Apr. 2026
Additionally, 80% said all health care costs -- including premiums, deductibles, co-pays or coinsurance -- are higher.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
Lower doses also mean lower spending — both for the patient (who is responsible for co-pays) and CMS.
—Mark J. Ratain, STAT, 3 Mar. 2026
That’s why the insurance marketplace to ensure there were no co-pays on routine office visits, age-appropriate health screenings or vaccines.
—Cathie Anderson, Sacbee.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Enrollees in this form of coverage face no premiums, co-pays or out-of-pocket costs.
—Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 21 Jan. 2026
Urgent care usually has higher co-pays than a regular office visit, but will not be as expensive or take as long as an emergency room.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 15 Jan. 2026
Verb
Wells pays someone to mow her lawn.
—David A. Lieb, Fortune, 29 Apr. 2026
The state’s Next Level Jobs program pays the tuition for students to take classes for high-demand jobs, Dulin said.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
Try the giant Belgian waffles or a Philly cheesesteak omelet, which pays homage to the owner's hometown.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
Because hospice care pays a flat daily rate, the billing continues as long as the identity stays active.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 Apr. 2026
Weekend 2, historically the twin that nobody quite pays attention to, no longer carried the air of an afterthought or a well-kept secret.
—Andrea Domanick, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Ryan Zonnekeyn pays his bills by auctioning Belgian birds online.
—Sharyn Alfonsi, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026
In a solid bit of blocking from Leon, Kyra pays no heed as Luz cleans up after a meeting and other characters offer to help.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 22 Apr. 2026
While the average driver nationally pays about $181 per month for car insurance, the average Tesla Model Y driver pays $282 per month for coverage and the typical Model X driver pays $377 per month, according to the insurance comparison site The Zebra.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2026
Noun
Tax revenue from sports gambling pays for water projects across the state.
—Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
Just to cover the city’s various bond measures, the owner of a home with an assessed value of $1 million pays around $1,145 annually.
—Shomik Mukherjee, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2026
The final version of the bill walks back many of the more drastic changes that originally appeared in HB 2, including lowering co-pays, easing up on redetermination and allowing for hardship waivers.
—Keely Doll, Louisville Courier Journal, 2 Apr. 2026
Additionally, 80% said all health care costs -- including premiums, deductibles, co-pays or coinsurance -- are higher.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
Lower doses also mean lower spending — both for the patient (who is responsible for co-pays) and CMS.
—Mark J. Ratain, STAT, 3 Mar. 2026
That’s why the insurance marketplace to ensure there were no co-pays on routine office visits, age-appropriate health screenings or vaccines.
—Cathie Anderson, Sacbee.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Enrollees in this form of coverage face no premiums, co-pays or out-of-pocket costs.
—Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 21 Jan. 2026
Urgent care usually has higher co-pays than a regular office visit, but will not be as expensive or take as long as an emergency room.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 15 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pays
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His payment of $74,330 will go into the Lacey Act Reward Fund, which compensates tipsters who report wildlife crimes, federal authorities said.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Concerns over potential Russian retaliation and legal challenges led them to keep the assets frozen until Moscow ends its war and compensates Ukraine for the destruction caused.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Apr. 2026
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Effortless durability meets elevated style in these pieces that take constant upkeep out of the equation.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Apr. 2026
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Rooms California-cool meets Big Bear coziness here, with light, airy rooms warmed up by charming blue plaid chairs, thick wooden furniture, and floral wallpapers in various coastal shades.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
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Barden spends a lot of time speaking to agents and other athlete representatives.—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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How Gen X spends Shoppers are seen outside the French multinational personal care and beauty retail brand Sephora store in Spain.—
Laya Neelakandan,
CNBC,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Chicago composer has achieved viral success with her melancholy instrumental music, but her return to traditional singer-songwriter fare yields mixed results.—
Linnie Greene,
Pitchfork,
29 Apr. 2026
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That larger sample yields an important insight.—
Jason Jewell,
Sun Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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Spirit Airlines is based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and employs about 15,000 people.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Haiti’s garment sector says the program, which employs thousands of workers in Port-au-Prince and northern Haiti, has been a lifeline for the country and has been pushing for a multiyear program.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
22 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The district currently has the highest average teacher pay in Colorado, with salaries nearing $100,000, which is roughly $20,000 above the state average.—
Sarah Horbacewicz,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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With higher salaries brings higher attention, and the game brought all the fanfare that comes with one-stop sporting events in Kansas City.—
PJ Green
April 28,
Kansas City Star,
28 Apr. 2026
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Lower mortgage rates may help unlock more inventory, as homeowners with ultra-low pandemic-era loans may be more willing to give up their cheap monthly payments.—
Samantha Delouya,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2026
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The recent realignment that added more schools to all four power conferences, reduced restrictions on transfers and the advent of NIL payments all have combined to consolidate the talent at the biggest schools.—
Josh Dubow,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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The bond also has a maturity date, which is when the issuer repays the principal.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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The Creature repays the favor by using his strength to free the ship from its icy prison.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Pays.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pays. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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