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Stump up

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Reluctant PaymentPlay
Use 'stump up' when someone pays but doesn't really want to or feels forced. SlideShe didn't want the extra expense, but she stumped up for her son's school trip.
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Slang NuancePlay
'Stump up' is informal and often used in casual or spoken English rather than in formal writing. SlideIf we all stump up a few quid, we can get the pizza ordered.
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British and AussiePlay
Mainly used in the UK and Australia, so it might be unfamiliar to speakers from other regions. SlideThe pub's owner finally stumped up the funds for repairs.