line of credit
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of line of credit
First recorded in 1955–60
Example Sentences
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Nonbank lenders have traditionally relied on warehouse financing, which functions like a line of credit, to make loans to consumers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 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
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
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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