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Underwrite (Verb)

Guarantee financial support of; "The opera tour was subvented by a bank".

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

The investment firm decided to underwrite the costs of the artist's solo exhibition, covering any potential losses.
A local business underwrote the development of the community sports center by providing necessary funds.
To ensure its financial stability, a reputable corporation underwrote the housing project for low-income families.
The government agreed to underwrite the scientific research and pay all incurred expenses.
A prominent bank underwrote the emergency relief program following a devastating natural disaster.

Protect by insurance; "The insurance won't cover this".

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

The travel company underwrites trips to high-risk areas but at a significant cost.
Their insurance plan won't underwrite this pre-existing medical condition so they're looking for alternative coverage options.
The investor agreed to underwrite the project but set strict conditions for repayment.
They refused to underwrite the loan as the business had an unstable financial history.
Unfortunately, our home insurance doesn't underwrite coverage against natural disasters such as floods.