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Recent Examples of incur
Likewise, low-income adults enrolled in SNAP incur nearly 25% less ($1,400) annually in medical expenses compared to non-participants.
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Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 28 May 2025
But state fiscal analysts previously warned that if the federal government stops covering gender-affirming care as an essential health benefit — as Congress and federal regulators are poised to do — then the state may have to pay the additional costs incurred by insurers for covering it.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 23 May 2025
European Union fiscal rules have for years restricted the extent of debt and budgetary deficits that a member country can incur.
—Sophie Kiderlin, CNBC, 23 May 2025
She was also ordered to pay more than $300,000 in restitution for losses incurred by the California Victim Compensation Board, the Social Security Administration, the Shasta County Sheriff’s Office and the FBI.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 22 May 2025
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Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 28 May 2025
But state fiscal analysts previously warned that if the federal government stops covering gender-affirming care as an essential health benefit — as Congress and federal regulators are poised to do — then the state may have to pay the additional costs incurred by insurers for covering it.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 23 May 2025
European Union fiscal rules have for years restricted the extent of debt and budgetary deficits that a member country can incur.
—Sophie Kiderlin, CNBC, 23 May 2025
She was also ordered to pay more than $300,000 in restitution for losses incurred by the California Victim Compensation Board, the Social Security Administration, the Shasta County Sheriff’s Office and the FBI.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 22 May 2025
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The Russian strategy seeks to overwhelm Ukraine’s air defenses with scores of low-cost drones so that simultaneous missile strikes can succeed.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
29 May 2025
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The house said last week it has been cleared of any wrongdoing. Chiuri has sought to promote more sustainable production methods and create jobs for women, especially in India, while admitting those efforts will take time to bear fruit.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
29 May 2025
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Sconce also harvested organs and body parts for profit, pulled teeth to extract the gold from fillings, and was investigated for allegedly contracting a hit on a rival and poisoning another competitor who was trying to expose the crimes at the Lamb funeral home.—
Lorraine Ali,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2025
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Some Silicon Valley tech giants have historically been hesitant to contract with the U.S. military out of fear of retaliation from consumers, employees, or both.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
30 May 2025
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Conservative governments that preceded him had taken an even stricter position on cannabis, often pursuing a more zero-tolerance approach.—
Dario Sabaghi,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Pedro Pascal is strategically pursuing another Emmy, but his limited screen time undoubtedly presents a challenge.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
28 May 2025
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Ryan Bos, who has been executive director of DC’s Capital Pride Alliance since 2011, was thrilled when the group’s bid to host WorldPride was accepted in 2022.—
Susan Miller,
USA Today,
6 June 2025
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Even after an offer is accepted, there is a critical window of risk during the resignation and notice period.—
Nadia Edwards-Dashti,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Fans lined up early and made signs to catch a glimpse of the future star.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2025
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On his Instagram Stories, Brady gave fans a glimpse into the father-son duo's time on the water, alongside a selfie of them catching some rays.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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Blue Origin personnel were soon on hand to inspect the vehicle, open the hatch and welcome the NS-32 crewmates home.—
Robert Z. Pearlman,
Space.com,
31 May 2025
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Some were eager to capitalize on the uncertainty facing international students in the U.S. Hong Kong's leader John Lee told lawmakers on Thursday that the city would welcome any students who have been discriminated against by American policies to study in the city.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
30 May 2025
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“Incur.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incur. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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