Example Sentences

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Billions of pounds are owed to water, broadband, and energy companies by customers – the majority of whom are unaware that support is available.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The agency assessed far more penalties on missteps including failures to file and pay, though it collected slightly less on owed assessments.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

That policy owed largely to the belief that fire damaged “pristine wilderness,” and a perceived need to protect valuable trees for logging.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Representatives of the top five insurers said they investigate all claims and ensure amounts owed under the policies are paid promptly, fairly and fully.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

No, she owed it to herself and to Boaz to just get this over with as quickly and as painlessly as possible.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny