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in arrears

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  1. Late or behind, especially in payment of money. For example, He's been in arrears on his rent so often that he may be evicted. [First half of 1600s]

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In arrears financially; in a state where expenditures have exceeded the receipt of funds.

From Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) by Webster, Noah

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