He developed a lifelong aversion to borrowing money and any indebtedness. The extent of indebtedness among Highland landowners was enormous. Military service further helped reduce the extent of indebtedness across the Province. This interest in the indebtedness . . . Critics often point to some of the ills of micro-credit that can create indebtedness. This was exacerbated by a problem with indebtedness. The Opposition criticised the budget for its failure to limit rising government spending and indebtedness. The Bank of Spain also warned on the excessive indebtedness of the construction industry. He then covenanted to pay or discharge indebtedness on-demand. These invitations represented an indebtedness upon the invitee. Paul was generous in his recognition and acknowledgment of his indebtedness to them (). Gratitude is not the same as "indebtedness". This was particularly the case where disputes involved indebtedness to British and Indian nationals. He concludes the track acknowledging his indebtedness to Shan and Marley. Ono often quotes others as expressing admiration and indebtedness to him.