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as in payments
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 disbursements
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 remittances
The stream of remittances from relatives abroad, a consequence of more than 7 million Venezuelans fleeing the country under Maduro to look for better opportunities elsewhere, is also falling short.
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Stefano Pozzebon, CNN Money, 11 Nov. 2025
This recent surge of remittances, however, is likely only going to be a temporary blip.
—NPR, 28 Oct. 2025
The company expanded in April by offering cross-border remittances, beginning with the UK-Nigeria corridor.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 24 Oct. 2025
From Africa to Latin America to Southeast Asia, governments have used migration as a pressure valve — letting their best talent leave, send remittances, and keep broken systems intact.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2025
That idea echoes McKinsey’s thesis that tokenized money, deposits, and securities could reshape capital markets, treasury operations, and even cross-border remittances.
—Christer Holloman, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Beyond that, think of the businesses and workers within Mexico similarly sustained by those remittances.
—John Tamny, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
Indian visa workers are often promised Green Card sponsorship in exchange for their loyalty to their employers, while the Indian government enjoys substantial remittances sent back by these workers, which constitute a significant portion of the country's GDP.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
In 2023, remittances accounted for 24% of El Salvador's gross domestic product and nearly 30% of Honduras' GDP.
—Sarah Kinosian, USA TODAY, 26 Dec. 2024
Stefano Pozzebon, CNN Money, 11 Nov. 2025
This recent surge of remittances, however, is likely only going to be a temporary blip.
—NPR, 28 Oct. 2025
The company expanded in April by offering cross-border remittances, beginning with the UK-Nigeria corridor.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 24 Oct. 2025
From Africa to Latin America to Southeast Asia, governments have used migration as a pressure valve — letting their best talent leave, send remittances, and keep broken systems intact.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2025
That idea echoes McKinsey’s thesis that tokenized money, deposits, and securities could reshape capital markets, treasury operations, and even cross-border remittances.
—Christer Holloman, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Beyond that, think of the businesses and workers within Mexico similarly sustained by those remittances.
—John Tamny, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
Indian visa workers are often promised Green Card sponsorship in exchange for their loyalty to their employers, while the Indian government enjoys substantial remittances sent back by these workers, which constitute a significant portion of the country's GDP.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
In 2023, remittances accounted for 24% of El Salvador's gross domestic product and nearly 30% of Honduras' GDP.
—Sarah Kinosian, USA TODAY, 26 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for remittances
Noun
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The administration had asked the court to block full payments while its appeal played out.—
Jennifer Ludden,
NPR,
7 Nov. 2025
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Kolfage is alleged to have used the funds to pay for home renovations, make payments on a boat, and purchase a luxury sports utility vehicle, cosmetic surgery and to pay off credit card debt and personal tax liabilities.—
Kevin G. Hall,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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In India, farmers, builders and factory workers are losing wages and facing health risks due to unbearable heat.—
Vanessa Kerry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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That's a function of the immigrant round-ups, and leaves little room for wages to settle down.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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She’s canceled or postponed doctor’s appointments, chiropractic care and vet appointments to avoid co-pays or bills piling up.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
30 Oct. 2025
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Costs will be passed on to other customers, raising premiums and co-pays.—
Eric Snoey,
Mercury News,
21 Oct. 2025
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Those compensations ripple upward.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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The Suns reportedly offered Royce O'Neale and second-round compensations.—
Valentina Martinez,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Sep. 2025
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“Remittances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/remittances. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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