fork over
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Then, a streaming platform might fork over $5 million to $20 million for exclusive taped performance rights.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 3, 2026
Still, Mr. Musk’s investors fork over their money voluntarily.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 16, 2026
Plane-based Wi-Fi is typically a struggle, with dead zones and slow service, depending on how many people are willing to fork over a few dollars to work during a flight.
From Barron's ● Jun. 7, 2026
However, the A-lister is now working to set the record straight on why he refused to fork over the funds.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 27, 2026
He simply waited for me to fork over the cash, as if he knew I didn’t have it in me to say no.
From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls
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