A public announcement or proclamation, ‘bans' were often ‘cried' for an upcoming marriage in order to provide time for any objectors to come forward. Often the bans were cried 30 days in advance. For tournaments, bans were often issued telling of the time and place of the tournament. See Cry the Tournament.

Short term notes issued by a governmental unit, usually for capital projects, which are paid off prior to the issuance of long term bonds.

Bond anticipation notes issued by state and local governments prior to the issue of bonds to even out cash flow.