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to cough up
[phrase form: cough]
01
sacar de mala gana, entregar a regañadientes
to reluctantly provide or surrender something, often money or information
Example
When the bill arrived, he had to cough up more money than he had anticipated.
The company was forced to cough up compensation for the damages caused by their negligence.
Despite initial resistance, the government had to cough up details about the controversial decision.
02
aclarar la garganta, toser discretamente
to clear one's throat through a brief and discreet cough, often to prepare for speech or to draw other's attention
Example
Feeling a tickle in her throat, she discreetly coughed up before starting her presentation to avoid any interruptions.
In the library, patrons were encouraged to cough up outside to maintain a quiet atmosphere indoors.
He gave a slight nod to the audience and then coughed up, signaling the start of his speech.
Ejemplo
When the bill arrived, he had to cough up more money than he had anticipated.
The company was forced to cough up compensation for the damages caused by their negligence.
Despite initial resistance, the government had to cough up details about the controversial decision.
The debtor finally had to cough up the overdue payment after repeated reminders.
The witness was hesitant but eventually coughed up the crucial information during the interrogation.
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