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to recoup
01
to repay someone, typically for losses or expenses they have suffered
Transitive: to recoup sb for a loss or expense
Example
The airline will recoup passengers for the inconvenience caused by flight cancellations.
The insurance company will recoup homeowners for the damages caused by the fire.
The government program aims to recoup farmers for crop losses due to adverse weather conditions.
02
to obtain something once again
Transitive: to recoup sth
Example
The athlete underwent intensive training to recoup his strength and agility after an injury.
After a period of rest, she managed to recoup her energy and vitality.
The company implemented cost-saving measures to recoup its financial losses from the previous quarter.
03
to retain a portion of a payment to offset expenses, losses, or debts
Transitive: to recoup part of a payment
Example
The homeowner recouped a portion of the selling price to cover outstanding property taxes and liens on the house.
The company recouped a fraction of the sales revenue to offset production costs and overhead expenses.
The landlord recouped a share of the rent payment to offset unpaid utility bills left by the tenant.
Example
The airline will recoup passengers for the inconvenience caused by flight cancellations.
The insurance company will recoup homeowners for the damages caused by the fire.
The government program aims to recoup farmers for crop losses due to adverse weather conditions.
The insurance company agreed to recoup the homeowner for the damages caused by the natural disaster.
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