delinquent
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Hochman said the comic paid his taxes before 2019 and that the California Franchise Tax Board sent more than 70 demand notices regarding his delinquent tax returns.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026
According to tracking by the New York Fed, the percentage of credit-card loan balances that were 90 days or more delinquent was over 13% as of the first quarter.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026
If a person arranges an installment plan, Bandebo noted that’s not reflected as a delinquent payment.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 25, 2026
These risk weightings aren’t set in stone and can rise under various circumstances, including if more of the underlying loans become delinquent.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026
She's probably looking for me, wanting to turn her delinquent nephew in to the police.
From "The Sky at Our Feet" by Nadia Hashimi
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