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creative accounting
/kɹiːˈeɪtɪv ɐkˈaʊntɪŋ/
creative accountancyCreative accounting
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the use of misleading accounting methods to present a company's financial position in a more favorable light
Disapproving
Formal
IdiomWhat is the origin of the idiom "creative accounting" and when to use it?
The idiom "creative accounting" emerged as a way to describe accounting practices that deviate from standard principles and guidelines. This expression became well-known in the late 20th century to describe a situation in which when people manipulate financial information for their own or the company's advantage.
Examples
Many companies engage in creative accounting practices to enhance their financial performance.
