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Bailout

/ˈbeɪlaʊt/noun / verb
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A bailout refers to financial assistance, often from a government or large institution, provided to a failing company, bank, or economy to prevent its collapse and stabilize markets. In contemporary contexts, it's frequently debated as a double-edged sword that can encourage risky behavior while averting broader economic disasters, highlighting the tension between immediate relief and long-term fiscal responsibility.

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