arrear

[US]/əˈriːr/
[UK]/əˈreər/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.money owed, especially money that is past due; an unpaid debt; work or duties that have not been done on time; something that should have been done but has not yet been done

Phrases & Collocations

arrear payments

arrears of rent

clear outstanding arrears

payment of arrears

arrear debt

arrear maintenance fees

avoiding arrears

accumulation of arrears

Example Sentences

he fell into arrears with his rent payments.

the company was in arrears on its tax obligations.

she is worried about her arrears in student loans.

after missing several payments, he found himself in arrears.

they are working to clear their arrears before the deadline.

his arrears accumulated quickly due to financial difficulties.

the landlord threatened to evict tenants in arrears.

she received a notice about her arrears in utility bills.

he promised to pay off his arrears by the end of the month.

managing arrears effectively is crucial for financial stability.

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