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Meaning of the word "cough up" in English

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cough up

US /kɔːf ʌp/
UK /kɔːf ʌp/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to reluctantly give or hand over something, especially money or information

Example:
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He finally had to cough up the money he owed.
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The suspect refused to cough up any information about his accomplices.
Synonym:
pay upfork overhand overdivulgereveal
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