become bankrupt

Frequency: 7.015.2 per million words

To enter the state of bankruptcy.

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  • After losing his job, he was afraid he would become bankrupt.
  • The once-thriving company became bankrupt due to poor management.
  • If sales don't improve, the small business is likely to become bankrupt within a year.
  • Without a government bailout, the airline could become bankrupt.
  • Many small retailers are worried they will become bankrupt this holiday season.
  • How does an individual officially become bankrupt and what are the consequences?
  • He became bankrupt after his investments failed spectacularly.
  • The developer was legally forced to become bankrupt by its creditors.
  • The fear of becoming bankrupt prevented him from taking any business risks.
  • Since the economic crisis, over a thousand firms in the region have become bankrupt.