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indebted

[in-det-id] / ɪnˈdɛt ɪd /


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He emphasized that he doesn’t want people becoming indebted to the IRS because of their beliefs.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

“We are indebted to his many contributions and will forever carry with us the many lessons learned,” wrote current chair Gabriel Gutierrez.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Louise said she was extremely grateful to him and was also indebted to the other emergency services for their efforts on that day.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Concerns about private credit, including AI-disrupted software firms and highly indebted companies, have caused major bank stocks to fall 8% to 18% this year.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

The antiunion coalfields of West Virginia came close to the feudal systems of the Middle Ages, where the lower classes worked for landowners and remained indebted to them for life.

From "Fannie Never Flinched" by Mary Cronk Farrell




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