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incur

[in-kur]

verb (used with object)

incurred, incurring 
  1. to come into or acquire (some consequence, usually undesirable or injurious).

    to incur a huge number of debts.

  2. to become liable or subject to through one's own action; bring or take upon oneself.

    to incur his displeasure.

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incur

/ ɪˈɜː /

verb

  1. to make oneself subject to (something undesirable); bring upon oneself

  2. to run into or encounter

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Other Word Forms

  • incurrable adjective
  • reincur verb (used with object)
  • ˈܰ adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of incur1

First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English, from Latin incurrere “to run into, come upon,” equivalent to in- in- 2 + currere “to run”; current
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Word History and Origins

Origin of incur1

C16: from Latin incurrere to run into, from currere to run
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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.

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Wolves have incurred substantial losses over the past two seasons, but successful player sale profits have offset these.

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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.

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“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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They’re also seeking reimbursement from the Federal Emergency Management Agency for expenses incurred while tackling the first batch of pools.

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