indebtedness
Americannoun
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the state of being indebted
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the total of a person's debts
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Origin of indebtedness
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Oil prices are driving rates higher, but indebtedness is a key risk factor.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
In its IPO filing, SpaceX warned that its “substantial level of indebtedness could materially” negatively impact its finances and make it more vulnerable to poor economic conditions.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 23, 2026
Generally, the fiat currency with less indebtedness problems, the stronger it has been—like the Swiss franc.
From Barron's ● Feb. 6, 2026
He’s doing it for the boys, but also for himself and a need to reconcile his past, both his indebtedness to the place, and the painful memories it stirs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 6, 2025
The expense, the contractual indebtedness, appalled him; he found himself shaking.
From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick
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