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Today's Expressions

Learn useful English expressions easily and fun.

feeling the pinch

experiencing financial difficulty · needing to be frugal

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect when you need to be a bit more careful with your money, especially during a shopping trip. 💸 Maybe you've had a few unexpected expenses, or you're just saving up for something big! This phrase says, 'I need to watch my spending!' without sounding like you're in dire straits. 😉

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to budget for something

to plan to spend a certain amount of money on something · to set aside funds for a purchase

What's the situation?

Thinking about a big purchase like a new gadget or a dream vacation? 📱🌴 This expression helps you talk about the super responsible (and sometimes tricky!) step of figuring out how much money you can actually spend on it. It's all about planning your cash flow before your wallet starts crying! 💸😭

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to stretch a dollar

to make your money last longer · to be frugal

What's the situation?

Ever feel like your money vanishes faster than a free sample at a Costco? 💸 This expression is for those moments when you're trying to make every single dollar work harder for you. It's all about being smart with your spending, especially when you're on a tight budget!