PROMISSORY NOTE Synonyms: 80 Similar Words

promissory note

noun

Definition of promissory note

as in money order

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Recent Examples of promissory note Where Banking History Meets Live Music The hotel’s name is, of course, a reference to a promissory note—and many of the original features, including seven bank vaults and safes, have been thoughtfully preserved and woven into the design. — Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 6 May 2026 The Dam Nation purchase agreement was structured through a promissory note carrying 5% annual interest, with an additional 5% penalty rate triggered in the event of default. — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 29 Apr. 2026 To protect the new Feds, these would not loan funds equal to the total value of the promissory notes presented as collateral. — Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 22 Feb. 2026 To protect yourself, secure collateral (a car, equipment, or even a property lien) or use a legal promissory note. — Sam Dogen, CNBC, 29 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for promissory note

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The suspects would then steal money from the victims' accounts and use it for money orders, personal purchases and deposits into their own accounts, the DA's office said.

— Tom Dougherty, CBS News, 21 May 2026
Taxpayers who can pay in full have lots of options, including check or money order, direct bank payments through IRS Direct Pay, debit or credit cards (with fees), digital wallets, cash at participating retailers, or even wire transfers.

— Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2026

Definition of money order

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Not all vendors accept credit cards or electronic payments, so make sure to bring your folding money.

— Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2025
And on New Year's Day, the traditional Southern spread consists of black-eyed peas and collard greens (symbols for wealth—coins and green folding money, respectively), ham or pork (for prosperity), and cornbread (for gold).

— Taysha Murtaugh, Country Living, 30 Nov. 2021

Definition of folding money

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The move follows months of public discussion, including an online survey — open through July 15, a community meeting and feedback from the Zoning Commission, which recommended denying the current draft proposal to allow additional review.

— Ken Molestina, CBS News, 14 July 2026
Injury update Guard Ryan Conwell, who was acquired by the Heat in the second round of this year’s draft, missed his second straight summer league game on Monday.

— Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026

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