The word "pay" is remarkably versatile in literature, functioning both in literal monetary exchanges and in more figurative or idiomatic expressions. In many works, it clearly denotes economic transactions, as seen when characters speak of reimbursing or settling debts, such as in the straightforward offer “I’ll pay you back the two thousand three hundred!” [1] or when financial obligations are discussed in contexts ranging from paying wages [2] to covering expenses [3]. At the same time, "pay" appears in phrases that extend beyond money, to mean rendering respect or simply making a visit—as in “This will be an excellent time for Ben to pay his visit” [4] or “She had come to pay them a visit” [5]. The term further morphs into abstract implications, like paying attention to important details or the consequences of one's actions, as in discussions of “paying respect” [6] and “pay attention” [7, 8]. Through these examples, from classic novels to historical documents, literature demonstrates how "pay" can imply compensation, duty, or a courteous deference depending on its context.