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nonrefundable

American  
[nahn-ree-fuhnd-uh-buhl] / ˌnɑn riˈfʌnd ə bəl /

adjective

  1. not able to be repaid or refunded.


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Applicants for so-called golden visas in Europe may need to make nonrefundable investments of between $170,000 and $900,000 in projects deemed to be of national interest such as local company shares or one-off government contributions.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

The commissioners approved the Health Department’s new policy for solar energy and battery facilities, including a nonrefundable $25,000 fee to cover the cost of reviewing a proposed project.

From Salon • Apr. 27, 2026

Unlike the existing nonrefundable Saver’s Credit — which provides little benefit to workers with low tax liabilities — the refundable match would be deposited directly into workers’ retirement accounts, she noted.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026

Forking over thousands of nonrefundable dollars on the strength of snapshots and a gushing profile drafted by the property’s host?

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

“You’ve paid for the VIP treatment. Won’t you please let me finish the tour? The three denarii entrance fee is nonrefundable, you know.”

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan

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