payout

noun

pay·​out ˈpā-ˌau̇t How to pronounce payout (audio)
: the act of paying out : payoff

Examples of payout in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather — which scientists link to climate change — means bigger payouts by insurers, leading to higher premiums for millions of Americans. Khristopher J. Brooks, CBS News, 28 May 2024 Some of the money will come from NCAA reserve funds and insurance but even though the lawsuit specifically targeted five conferences that are comprised of 69 schools (including Notre Dame), dozens of other NCAA member schools will see smaller distributions from the NCAA to cover the mammoth payout. Ralph D. Russo, Fortune, 24 May 2024 SocGen slumped 12% that day as Krupa cut targets for revenue and profitability, and guided for lower payouts to shareholders. Alexandre Rajbhandari, Fortune Europe, 22 May 2024 There are two payout options: Paid in full over time. Raphael Romero Ruiz, The Arizona Republic, 21 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for payout 

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Word History

First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of payout was in 1943

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“Payout.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/payout. Accessed 7 Jun. 2024.

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