winding-up
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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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
He added that, from the date the winding-up order was issued, and while the property remains occupied, business rates liability transfers to the liquidator.
From BBC • Jan. 9, 2026
Sheffield Wednesday will "imminently" be served with a winding-up petition over money owed to HMRC, reports BBC Radio Sheffield.
From BBC • Oct. 16, 2025
It defaulted on its overseas debt last year and faces a winding-up petition.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2024
I have not yet consulted the last chapter for the "winding-up of the story."
From Records of Later Life by Kemble, Fanny
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