Example Sentences

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But ordinary Americans are footing their utility bill.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 5, 2025

Nearly three weeks after their arrival, several notable defendants sent by Mexico on Feb. 27 — including Caro Quintero — still have court-appointed counsel, meaning U.S. taxpayers are footing their legal bills.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2025

Ultimately it is they who are footing the bill - and will continue to do so.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2025

Right now, his donors, many of whom donated only small amounts, are footing his legal bills through campaign coffers.

From Salon • Dec. 1, 2023

But when you consider that public taxes are footing the bill—" "I'm sensitive about others exploiting her, that's all.

From Second Sight by Nourse, Alan Edward