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Underwrite

/ˈʌndəˌrraɪt/
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(verb) To write below or under; subscribe.

Not every company can afford to underwrite such an expensive event.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Several major banks have agreed to ____ the new project and provide the necessary financial backing today.

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