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incur
[in-kur]
verb (used with object)
to come into or acquire (some consequence, usually undesirable or injurious).
to incur a huge number of debts.
to become liable or subject to through one's own action; bring or take upon oneself.
to incur his displeasure.
Synonyms: , ,
incur
/ ɪˈɜː /
verb
to make oneself subject to (something undesirable); bring upon oneself
to run into or encounter
Other 51Թ Forms
- incurrable adjective
- reincur verb (used with object)
- ˈܰ adjective
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of incur1
Example Sentences
City Administrative Officer Matt Szabo said in a memo to the City Council that the city has incurred at least $19.7 million in costs through June 16.
Moran’s expulsion from the network is a sign that news organizations are concerned about journalists incurring the wrath of Trump, who has shown a willingness to fight back against his critics in the press.
Wolves have incurred substantial losses over the past two seasons, but successful player sale profits have offset these.
The good news for Villa fans is the funding for the transfers has come from the owners' pockets in the form of shares, instead of borrowing and incurring interest costs.
“Absent additional evidence” and “in light of pending litigation, it is probable that Edison International and Southern California Edison will incur material losses in connection with the Eaton fire,” he said.
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