as in certificates
a record of goods sold or services performed together with the amount paid
If you'd like to return those pants, you'll need to provide a receipt.
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Recent Examples of receipts
These buckets store files such as photos, documents, receipts and backups.
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 29 Jan. 2026
And this extends to more than just mail and receipts.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 29 Jan. 2026
He’s saddled with a large bag of receipts that is his job to sort through — a perfect symbol of the domestic wreckage that’s still in need of a thorough accounting.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
Affected guests must upload their receipts to the Royal Caribbean’s Guest Relations team for reimbursement.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
In all, 10 of the 31 Broadway productions canceled at least one weekend performance due to the weather, but even shows that didn’t loose performances saw ticket receipts and attendance drop along with the mercury.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 27 Jan. 2026
Few passengers can show original receipts, which foils their claim.
—Christopher Elliott, Mercury News, 26 Jan. 2026
Good preparers will ask to see a taxpayer's records and receipts and ask questions to figure out things like the total income, tax deductions and credits.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 24 Jan. 2026
Keeping receipts isn’t a bad thing!
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 24 Jan. 2026
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 29 Jan. 2026
And this extends to more than just mail and receipts.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 29 Jan. 2026
He’s saddled with a large bag of receipts that is his job to sort through — a perfect symbol of the domestic wreckage that’s still in need of a thorough accounting.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
Affected guests must upload their receipts to the Royal Caribbean’s Guest Relations team for reimbursement.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
In all, 10 of the 31 Broadway productions canceled at least one weekend performance due to the weather, but even shows that didn’t loose performances saw ticket receipts and attendance drop along with the mercury.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 27 Jan. 2026
Few passengers can show original receipts, which foils their claim.
—Christopher Elliott, Mercury News, 26 Jan. 2026
Good preparers will ask to see a taxpayer's records and receipts and ask questions to figure out things like the total income, tax deductions and credits.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 24 Jan. 2026
Keeping receipts isn’t a bad thing!
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 24 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for receipts
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The bar asked for three batches of documents — lawsuits, detailed descriptions of the abuse and certificates from mental health professionals, which is a requirement for older victims under state law.—
Rebecca Ellis,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Jan. 2026
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College officials will talk about degree programs and certificates, enrollment, scholarships, financial aid, and clubs and organizations on campus.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Jan. 2026
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Under political and donor duress, some schools have adopted statements promising institutional neutrality on issues of the day — even those about which administrators, faculty and students may be most vocal.—
Richard K. Vedder,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 Feb. 2026
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Athletes can’t make political statements during competition or official events, such as a medal ceremony or the opening or closing ceremonies.—
Doha Madani,
NBC news,
1 Feb. 2026
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The legal filing alleges that from 2018 to 2025, the brothers enriched themselves by falsely inflating invoices for accounts receivable and payable, falsifying financial statements and hiding substantial liabilities from lenders, among other practices.—
Mary Cunningham,
CBS News,
29 Jan. 2026
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The indictment accuses the pair of perpetrating a widespread fraud scheme, including inflating invoices, falsifying financial documents and double- and triple-counting collateral.—
Sasha Richie,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Jan. 2026
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Her braised short rib recipe calls for a full bottle of dry red wine (for acidity and earthiness) and a bottle of Guinness beer (for malty and caramel notes).—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Jan. 2026
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These Cabernets often deliver bold black currant, plum, and dark chocolate flavors, layered with savory iron, dusty spice, herbs, and mineral notes.—
Liz Thach,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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The American Community Survey factors in housing costs besides just rent and mortgage, including utilities, homeowners insurance, real estate taxes and homeowners association fees.—
Kristen Taketa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Feb. 2026
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For the study, the company analyzed factors such as the cost of a wellness treatment, the price for healthy food, the fees for a multiday retreat, the cost of a drop-in yoga class, and the rate of a local taxi fare.—
Madeline Weinfield,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Receipts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/receipts. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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