Here are some slang words for not paying a debt:
“Ducking” means avoiding or evading payment, similar to a duck hiding or dodging.
“Bouncing” suggests not fulfilling a financial obligation and leaving abruptly, like a bounced check.
“Stiffing” implies intentionally not paying a debt, similar to stiffing someone out of what you owe them.
“Dodging” suggests actively avoiding or evading payment, like dodging someone.
“Slipping” is failing to make a payment or avoiding a debt obligation.
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