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Old Oct 20, 2009 | 5:14 am
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jessej
 
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Originally Posted by Winkdaddy
I have seen this term used from time to time on the Delta forums but am not sure what it means precisely and its not in the FAQ glossary. So whats the definition exactly?
usually refers to miles/points you have in a specific program,
that are below the threshold for use,
usually non transferable unless you pay costs close to or exceeding the value of the miles themselves,
and you dont plan on flying that airline or frequenting that hotel, so the balance is not likely to increase
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