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borrower
Derived word form of borrow

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The idea is that allowing a borrower to preserve cash can help it through a rough patch.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

“The parent is the borrower and is responsible for paying back the loan,” the student-loan lender says.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

A $1.3 billion portfolio write-down resulted from borrower struggles and underperforming 2021 second lien and junior debt deals.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

“The more effective approach is to work with a lender who can clearly explain the trade-offs and help the borrower protect a payment they’re comfortable with.”

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

Bobby also became a constant borrower of books from the Collins library.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady