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as in payment
something (as money) that is given or received in return for goods or services
she always mails in her remittance on time so she won't ever be charged a late fee on her electric bill
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as in paying
the act of offering money in exchange for goods or services
the remittance of your outstanding balance is required before you can make more purchases
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Recent Examples of remittance
Linguistic ties are also tight with Russian still widely spoken in Azerbaijan and nearly half (46 percent) of the total volume of remittances paid to Azerbaijan come from Russia, where, according to official data, more than 300,000 Azerbaijanis live.
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Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 July 2025
The Bitcoin Depot spokesperson said a typical kiosk transaction is about $200, often used for remittances, online purchases, or small investments.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 10 July 2025
This is a change from the House version of the bill, which taxed all remittances at 5 percent.
—Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
Initially confined to crypto exchanges, stablecoins like USDT and USDC now power payments in emerging markets, facilitate cross-border remittances and even support international trade.
—Chuck Zhang, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
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Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 July 2025
The Bitcoin Depot spokesperson said a typical kiosk transaction is about $200, often used for remittances, online purchases, or small investments.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 10 July 2025
This is a change from the House version of the bill, which taxed all remittances at 5 percent.
—Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
Initially confined to crypto exchanges, stablecoins like USDT and USDC now power payments in emerging markets, facilitate cross-border remittances and even support international trade.
—Chuck Zhang, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for remittance
Noun
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From there, the scammer offers exclusive perks, VIP access, autographed gear, and even romantic promises in exchange for untraceable payments via cryptocurrency or gift cards.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Aug. 2025
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If the winner chooses the annuity, their average annual payment would drop from more than $20 million down to $12.7 million after applying taxes.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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Shores-Gaston is seeking at least $25,000 in compensation, as well as punitive damages for Stellantis.—
Liam Rappleye,
Freep.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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Eventually, Newsom did postpone the return-to-office order just before it was set to go into effect in July as a part of negotiations with bargaining units that included several provisions to help California reduce employee compensation costs this fiscal year.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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The bipartisan 2025-27 budget, signed July 3, authorized a 3% pay increase for state employees in 2025 and a 2% increase in 2026.—
Laura Schulte,
jsonline.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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There will be regular and travel pay available for those selected for the show.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Remittance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/remittance. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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