line of credit
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of line of credit
First recorded in 1955–60
Example Sentences
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He has pledged his startup shares as collateral in a line of credit with JPMorgan, which he uses to invest into other companies, the Journal has reported.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
He borrowed $320,000 in high-interest loans from PayPal and Shopify after his bank recalled the line of credit for his business in the wake of the tariffs last year.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
Vertical Aerospace announced new funding, including $50 million in common stock, up to $50 million in debt, and 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
Had the revolving $24 million line of credit over at the First National Bank of Midland truly been a good thing after all?
From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger
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