open account
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of open account
First recorded in 1895–1900
Example Sentences
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"I have had the same Ukrainian trading partner for years and an open account with him. How can I now ask him to pay me money while he is struggling to stay alive?"
From Reuters • Mar. 4, 2022
And the only advantage you have is that you have an open account there?-Yes.
From Second Shetland Truck System Report by Guthrie, William
"Sibylla," he gravely said, putting the open account into her hand, "I have received this bill this morning."
From Verner's Pride by Wood, Henry, Mrs.
Nothing uncommon for them to bring suit against a person for a Book debt and trade with him on an open account at the same time.
From Legends of Loudoun An account of the history and homes of a border county of Virginia's Northern Neck by Williams, Harrison
They wish to buy on open account; or to give a note to be paid at maturity, if convenient,—otherwise not.
From The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 07, No. 40, February, 1861 by Various
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