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
The large plantation owner usually dealt with some London house, which kept an open account with him, crediting his tobacco against orders for the manufactured articles and luxuries which the Virginia and Maryland gentlemen demanded.
From The Colonization of North America 1492-1783 by Bolton, Herbert Eugene
"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.
The only country in Europe with which Canada had an open account was Great Britain.
From The History of the Post Office in British North America by Smith, William, Sir
Among other claims that may be proved are judgments, debts founded on an open account, and rents.
From Putnam's Handy Law Book for the Layman by Bolles, Albert Sidney
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