to cough up
[phrase form: cough]
01
しぶしぶ支払う, 渋々提供する
to reluctantly provide or surrender something, often money or information
例
The debtor finally had to cough up the overdue payment after repeated reminders.
債務者は、繰り返しのリマインダーの後、ついに延滞料金を支払わざるを得なかった。
02
咳払いをする, 注目を集めるために咳をする
to clear one's throat through a brief and discreet cough, often to prepare for speech or to draw other's attention
例
The singer took a quick break backstage to cough up and ensure their voice remained clear for the next performance.
歌手は次の公演のために声をクリアに保つため、舞台裏で素早く休憩を取って咳払いをした。
