Pay up

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phrasal verb

To give the money that is owed or asked for.

The landlord threatened to evict them if they did not pay up
Visual representation of "pay up" - To give the money that is owed or asked for

Often appears as...

  • pay up the rent
  • pay up the bill
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Urgency Implied

Used when someone must pay immediately, often in a demanding situation.

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The debt collectors came knocking, demanding he pay up.
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Threat of Consequence

Implies a negative outcome if payment is not made, like losing service or facing a penalty.

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Pay up now, or your electricity will be cut off.
Visual representation of the word "Pay up"

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