Credit

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Financial TrustPlay
The word 'credit' in this context implies a lender trusts you'll repay later. SlideMy credit is good; the store let me buy the laptop now and pay next month.
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Not Free MoneyPlay
'Credit' isn't free cash; it's borrowing and must be paid back, often with interest. SlideUsing a credit card means I'm borrowing money that I promise to return.