Ones paying or receiving alimony

Answer:

EXES

Hint:

Think of former partners who might still be financially connected after the relationship ends, especially in legal documents.

Explanation:

The clue plays on the idea of people involved in alimony payments, which are typically made between former spouses. "Exes" is a casual term for ex-spouses, making it a perfect fit since they’re the ones who’d be paying or receiving alimony. The word is short and punchy, matching the straightforward nature of crossword answers.

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