cough up

verb

1. informal.
   to surrender (money, information, etc), esp reluctantly
2. tr to bring into the mouth or eject (phlegm, food, etc) by coughing

Example Sentences

In the last year, a pair of nonprofits coughed up a combined $6.1 million in mansion tax fees.

From Los Angeles Times

"The US basically wanted to have China cough up some money for that fund as well. Now they won't be able to do that. That leaves China off the hook," Prof Klein said.

From BBC

But now he’s a free agent, about to take offers from any team willing to cough up, what, $600 million, maybe more?

From Los Angeles Times

With the Lakers having coughed up a 15-point lead and the Sacramento Kings doing what they always seem to do to their rivals, James reminded everyone that he too can be a focal point.

From Los Angeles Times

In an unusual display of unity, Labour and Tory councillors are urging the government to cough up the £20m.

From BBC

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