Example Sentences

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The tariff setup means that Microsoft will be footing the bill for much of the large data center expansion, with little cost to Black Hills Corp.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Eventually consumers will be footing these exorbitant costs.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 4, 2022

The sellout crowd at M&T Bank Stadium will include plenty of Harbaughs, and John will be footing the brunt of the bill.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 22, 2011

Politicians will be footing the bill for their own hydration needs until further notice.

From BusinessWeek • Jul. 1, 2011

Key suppliers will be footing their own start-up costs at the front end.

From Time Magazine Archive