bank loan
Americannoun
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These typically come with a lower interest rate than a bank loan because they are government-backed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
And bank loan growth fell to 5.5% in May, year-over-year, its lowest point since 2001.
From Barron's ● Jun. 23, 2026
The former minister, who served in several roles including foreign minister, has been embroiled in a long-running legal battle contesting the auction and takeover of his properties in Nairobi over an unsettled bank loan.
From BBC ● Mar. 23, 2026
The firm took out a bank loan in summer 2024, according to a financing statement, but a spokesperson said they had no investor financing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 22, 2025
Well, she could sell the car, take out a bank loan, pay him back—in cash.
From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin
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