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to repay
01
to give back the money that was borrowed or owed
Transitive: to repay borrowed money
Examples
Borrowers are expected to repay the loan amount according to the agreed-upon terms.
02
to return money that was borrowed from someone or an institution
Transitive: to repay sb
Examples
They promised to repay their friends as soon as they got their paycheck.
03
to return a similar action or gesture, often as a reciprocal act
Transitive: to repay sth
Examples
She hoped to repay his visit with an equally enjoyable afternoon.
04
to give back or return something in recognition of a favor or kindness that was received
Transitive: to repay a favor | to repay sb for a favor
Examples
He planned to repay her kindness with a thoughtful gift.
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