provable debt
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From 283 U.S. 273 - Maynard v. Elliott · 1931Most cited · 272 citing opinions
claims founded upon contract, which at the time of the bankruptcy are fixed in amount or susceptible of liquidation, may be proved under subdivision (a)(4) of that section, although not absolutely owing when the petition is filed