in arrears

in arrears (in [schwa]-reerz), adj. & adv.

1. Behind in the discharging of a debt or other obligation (the tenants were in arrears with the rent).

2. At the end of a term or period instead of the beginning (the interests, fees, and costs are payable in arrears).

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双语律师蓉婧，国内知名法学院民商法专业，擅长翻译各类与数据隐私及安全相关的法律文件。