nonrefundable
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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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
Thrifty Traveler flagged the Turkish deal as a mistake fare and warned subscribers not to immediately make any nonrefundable travel reservations, such as a hotel or return flight, should Turkish not honor it.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026
Also, it’s worth noting that the coverage doesn’t typically reimburse you the full amount of what you’ve paid — rather, it may reimburse just 50% to 75% of your prepaid, nonrefundable cost.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 3, 2026
Still, the agency fee—500 times the house’s supposed price—was nonrefundable.
From Slate • Feb. 1, 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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