lump sum
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Her $10 on Bryce and Trinity was less about earning a large lump sum and more about getting heavily invested in the show.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 15, 2026
You could have anywhere from five to 30 years to repay a home-equity loan; again, you pay more interest over the longer term for a lump sum.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 22, 2026
Ko Myint says Min Min Soe Shwe initially agreed to accept a lump sum of about 8,000 euros.
From BBC ● Jun. 12, 2026
People who had carefully planned their retirement, and had expected to clear mortgage debt or car finance, were left with no lump sum and no income.
From BBC ● Jun. 8, 2026
Four years was a long time, but a calf or a good lump sum at the end would be a solid investment in the future.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
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