Debt

usgb/det/
noun

Money that you owe to someone.

She is trying to pay off a large debt.
Visual representation of "debt" - Money that you owe to someone

Often appears as...

  • pay a debt
  • owe a debt
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Financial Context

Use 'debt' to talk about money borrowed that must be paid back, often with interest.

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Her car loan added to her growing debt.
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Metaphoric Use

'In debt' is often used metaphorically to describe feeling obligated to someone for their help.

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He's been in debt to his friend ever since that favor.
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Common Collocations

Commonly paired phrases include 'debt relief,' 'debt consolidation,' and 'debt management.'

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Many seek debt relief to escape financial pressure.
Visual representation of the word "Debt"

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