winding-up
Britishnoun
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A Hong Kong court issued a winding-up order in January 2024, ruling that the company had failed to come up with a suitable debt repayment plan.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
A winding-up petition filed against the 152-year-old club had been adjourned on four occasions prior to Wednesday's hearing.
From BBC • Dec. 3, 2025
Earlier this month it was revealed that His Majesty's Revenue & Customs was seeking a winding-up petition, with the club owing £1m.
From BBC • Oct. 24, 2025
In their latest report, insolvency experts at Begbies Traynor said a company can be considered in critical financial distress if they have an outstanding county court judgment of over £5,000 or face a winding-up petition.
From BBC • Jan. 23, 2025
The work of the chambers staff of the judges has probably been increased; but, on the other hand, it has been lightened by the removal of the winding-up business.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 7 "Cerargyrite" to "Charing Cross" by Various
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