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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
Examples
The insurance company agreed to recoup the homeowner for the damages caused by the natural disaster.
The insurance company will recoup homeowners for the damages caused by the fire.
02
to obtain something once again
Transitive: to recoup sth
Examples
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
Examples
The landlord decided to recoup a portion of the security deposit to cover the cost of repairing damages to the rental property.
The company recouped a fraction of the sales revenue to offset production costs and overhead expenses.
