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as in pays
to give what is owed for
I finally paid off the loan
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as in bribes
to influence someone with a bribe
she paid off the security guard so that she could steal whatever she liked
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Recent Examples of pays off
Thus, other states may be watching Kentucky and North Carolina to see if these moves to tax the prediction market companies pays off.
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Nathan Goldman,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Research suggests wildfire mitigation work pays off.
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Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
Sometimes that strategy pays off.
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Claire Zillman,
Fortune,
28 May 2026
Work with an agent who knows Charlotte Local expertise pays off in negotiation.
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2026
Furthermore, Sharpe spent six months learning how to tinkle the ivories, an impressive commitment which pays off during the pivotal piano battles and ensures a welcome absence of clumsy cutaways from fingers to face.
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Jon O'Brien,
IndieWire,
8 May 2026
Until 2037 the effective rate will be closer to 28%, as the city pays off debts related to a separate, previous set of incentives.
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Sacbee.com,
1 May 2026
Experience, often in multiple systems, pays off at skill positions more than ever.
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Noah White,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
The service This is where staying in a luxury hotel really pays off.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 Mar. 2026
Nathan Goldman,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Research suggests wildfire mitigation work pays off.
—
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
Sometimes that strategy pays off.
—
Claire Zillman,
Fortune,
28 May 2026
Work with an agent who knows Charlotte Local expertise pays off in negotiation.
—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2026
Furthermore, Sharpe spent six months learning how to tinkle the ivories, an impressive commitment which pays off during the pivotal piano battles and ensures a welcome absence of clumsy cutaways from fingers to face.
—
Jon O'Brien,
IndieWire,
8 May 2026
Until 2037 the effective rate will be closer to 28%, as the city pays off debts related to a separate, previous set of incentives.
—
Sacbee.com,
1 May 2026
Experience, often in multiple systems, pays off at skill positions more than ever.
—
Noah White,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
The service This is where staying in a luxury hotel really pays off.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pays off
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Currently, a person who earns $184,500 per year pays the same amount in annual Social Security taxes as a person who earns $5 million per year.
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The Goalkeeper’s Hands The keeper is the only player allowed to use their hands, and pays for it up top.
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In one of the film’s most madcap and darkly comedic moments, Linda bribes her daughter with the promise of a pet hamster — who turns out to be a biter, desperate to escape its box.
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The Deluxe plan pays up to $6,500 per system and covers failures from rust, corrosion and sediment buildup.
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Under current rules, each venue pays up to $15 million annually.
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Just like white vinegar, lemon juice has an acidity that can get rid of dullness affecting your whites.
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Miami has 12 roster spots filled and will add two or three other players on value deals.
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What happens when an unstoppable force meets an immovable object?
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Patients will first need prior authorization -- prescribing clinicians will submit documentation proving the patient meets strict body mass index (BMI) and health condition requirements.
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And, when its time to sell, APMEX also buys gold, silver and platinum from consumers.
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If a couple buys a house together that’s going to be their marital residence, for example, a prenup may specify who owns it and how.
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Blyth was nominated in the supporting role as Mildred's spoiled daughter, Veda, who seduces her mother's second husband (Zachary Scott), then riddles him with bullets in a jealous rage.
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Intrigued, the Duke secretly seduces Gilda, breaks her heart and destroys Rigoletto’s life.
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