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by matheusmoreira 1144 days ago
They are. Picking up someone's tab is analogous to extending them credit. There are people out there who hate being indebted to anyone.
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No, credit happens only by mutual consent. Paying someone's bill does not obligate them to reimburse you; extending them credit does.
It's still analogous to credit. Many people will feel like they owe you if you do it.