Dad said my new bike comes in monthly installments, but I thought that meant the wheels arrive one month and the seat arrives next month.
I told the ice cream truck man I’d pay in installments, but he said, “Kid, the ice cream will melt faster than your payment plan.”
I bought a giant teddy bear in installments, so technically I only own one ear and half an eyebrow until next month.
My brother said he’ll return my video game in installments; so far I’ve received the case, the cover art, and absolutely no disc.
Our dog thinks kisses are installments for snacks: one lick now, more treats later.
Every month she placed an envelope on the table for the piano: first installment, second installment, third installment. Each installment bought a piece — a leg, a key, a lid — until the last installment filled the doorway with music. She touched the new piano, smiled through tears, and paid the final installment with a steady hand.
🧑🎓 CEFR Level: C2 Proficient
This word is at the C2 level, which means it represents the highest mastery of English. It’s often used in specialized or highly formal contexts and helps you communicate with precision and subtlety, much like a native speaker.
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