subprime scrooge
n.— «The banks listed in the report, or what the senators call “Subprime Scrooges,” have received billions in taxpayer monies, yet continue to file foreclosure proceedings rather than use programs like the federally funded Hope for Homeowners, to help distressed borrowers.» —“Lawmakers Release ‘Subprime Scrooges’ List” Manhasset Press (New York) Dec. 12, 2008. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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