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winding-up

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noun

  1. the process of finishing or closing something, esp the process of closing down a business

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A Hong Kong court issued a winding-up order in January 2024, ruling that the company had failed to come up with a suitable debt repayment plan.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

In their latest report, insolvency experts at Begbies Traynor said a company can be considered in critical financial distress if they have an outstanding county court judgment of over £5,000 or face a winding-up petition.

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2025

"In essence there's no one from the company managing the business affairs on that basis to serve a winding-up petition," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2024

Hull Combined Court heard the process, known as a winding-up petition which was started by Hull City Council, had stalled because the council could not reach those running Legacy Independent Funeral Directors.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2024

"It strikes me 'twould be a fitting winding-up of our services."

From Elsie on the Hudson by Finley, Martha

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