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Discover Ludwig"direct debit" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
You can use it when referring to a bank transfer that is automatically done on a fixed date and amount. For example: "I set up a direct debit to pay my monthly rent on the first of the month."
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direct debit
noun
A single order to allow a commercial, or similar entity to charge directly to one's bank for a regular payment.
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The money was taken by direct debit.
"I don't want to just cancel my direct debit.
Most fall into four categories: * Pre-authorized direct debit.
Our preferred method is monthly payment by Direct Debit.
Switching to direct debit payments can save £100 a year.
"I'm terminating my direct debit and voting for George.
It turns out that he pays by direct debit.
Since the first direct debit was processed in 1968, British bank customers have made 110bn direct debit transactions.
People have paid utilities bills by direct debit for years.
I have paid my TV licence by monthly direct debit.
Instead of lending me this small amount, the bank refused the direct debit and then charged me about £20 for refusing to honour the direct debit.
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