line of credit
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of line of credit
First recorded in 1955–60
Example Sentences
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To set up a line of credit, Kirby handed over his ID.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026
Yorkville Advisors Global has also agreed to purchase up to $250 million convertible preferred shares and provide a $500 million equity line of credit.
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
India and Bangladesh conduct annual military exercises, co-ordinated naval patrols, annual defence dialogues and operate a $500m Indian line of credit for defence purchases.
From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026
In the first notification, you would typically be given the option to reach out if you wish to consider keeping your line of credit.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 3, 2026
She owes the grocery store up the block so much money, it cuts off her line of credit.
From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario
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