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Term: Pay Up

Definition:

(verb, slang) To make a required payment or settle a debt, often in a forceful or urgent manner.

(phrasal verb) To reluctantly give or provide the demanded sum of money.

Senses:

Sense 1:

(verb) To make a payment in full, typically after being requested or demanded.

Example sentence: She finally had to pay up the remaining balance on her credit card.

Sense 2:

(verb) To compensate someone for services or goods rendered.

Example sentence: The customer had to pay up the agreed-upon amount for the repairs.

Sense 3:

(phrasal verb) To settle a debt or obligation, especially under pressure or threat.

Example sentence: The loan shark gave him an ultimatum to pay up or face severe consequences.

Sense 4:

(phrasal verb) To reluctantly give or provide the demanded sum of money due to coercion.

Example sentence: After some persuasion, he finally paid up the bribe to the corrupt official.

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