as in to spend
to use up carelessly
trifled away his hard-earned professional respect with a single act of plagiarism
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Combs could spend the rest of his life in prison if convicted.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
14 May 2025 -
Residents of the 8th Congressional District spend an average of 13% of their household income on energy — the highest in the state, according to Department of Commerce data.—
Tom Olsen,
Twin Cities,
14 May 2025
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However, the flower industry will continue to be hit with higher prices throughout the year, with other big floral events such as graduations and weddings starting in May and running through the summer.—
Shelley E. Kohan,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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That ratio of quality may run through all eras and cultures.—
David Wallace-Wells,
Vulture,
7 May 2025
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Bernie Madoff Bernie Madoff, infamous for the largest Ponzi scheme in U.S. history, lost a personal net worth estimated at $823-$826 million before his 2008 downfall.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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Nearly 25% of current borrowers are in or near default and the program itself is projected to lose billions despite the fact that the federal government assumed the responsibility for issuing student loans to make money.—
Matt Fleming,
Oc Register,
10 May 2025
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“Trifle (away).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trifle%20%28away%29. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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