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。
The witness was hesitant but eventually coughed up the crucial information during the interrogation.
証人は躊躇していたが、尋問中についに重要な情報を吐いた。
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。
Feeling a tickle in her throat, she discreetly coughed up before starting her presentation to avoid any interruptions.
喉に違和感を感じた彼女は、プレゼンテーションを始める前にこっそりと咳払いをして、中断を避けました。
