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expenses

  • plural
    of expense.
    expense
    noun
    cost or charge.
  • present tense form
    of expense (3rd person singular).
    expense
    noun
    cost or charge.

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He told the court this led to his client to incur "avoidable expenses at every stage", and called on the court to award him expenses incurred to date.

From BBC Aug. 17, 2026

He said expenses relating to preparations for a substantive hearing would be awarded at the higher "solicitor-client" rate.

From BBC Aug. 17, 2026

Revenue surged but so did expenses as the ticket reseller dealt with customer complaints and refunds.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 14, 2026

The company, G3 Enterprises, said the challenges faced by the broader wine industry — declining consumer demand, inflation, rising expenses and increased competition — prompted the cuts.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 14, 2026

The Preacher said, “I understand. But you do know Mr. Jarvey is going to have expenses, right?”

From "Elijah of Buxton" by Christopher Paul Curtis