child support
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Bottom line today: Burden’s settlement worked, she has two family homes and sizable child support.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026
According to court documents that were filed earlier this year and reviewed by TMZ, Love allegedly owes Tiffany Lee $250,000 in child support.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026
My parents’ breakup put enormous financial strain on the family when my father stopped paying child support.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
In Illinois and other U.S. states, child support is not considered taxable income for the recipient or the donor, regardless of whether it’s paid in regular monthly installments or as a single lump sum.
From MarketWatch • May 16, 2026
I guess he’s careful about his child support payments being put to good use.
From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali
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