Insolvent Definition

insolvent
adjective
  1. unable to meet or discharge financial obligations; "an insolvent person"; "an insolvent estate"
noun
  1. someone who has insufficient assets to cover their debts

"Insolvent" in song lyrics

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  • "financially insolvent"
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