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Today's Expressions

Learn useful English expressions easily and fun.

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pony up

to pay for something, often a significant amount or reluctantly · to fork over money

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect when you're talking about finally buying something expensive or committing to a payment you might have been putting off. 💸 It's often used with a slight sense of resignation or acknowledging the cost, but ultimately doing it!

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to come in under budget

to spend less money than you planned or allocated · to manage your spending well within a set limit

What's the situation?

Ever feel like you're a financial wizard? 🧙‍♂️ This expression is perfect for those proud moments when you've gone shopping, maybe for groceries or a new gadget, and the total comes out to less than you expected! 🎉 It's like a mini victory dance for your wallet! 🕺

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to be within one's budget

to afford something · to fit one's spending limit

What's the situation?

You're shopping and you find something you like, but you need to make sure it doesn't break the bank! 💸 This phrase is perfect for when you're checking if an item's price is acceptable for your financial plan. It's all about smart spending! ✨

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to fork out for something

to spend a lot of money on something · to pay a large sum

What's the situation?

Imagine you really need a new laptop, but the one you want costs a fortune. 😩 You know you have to get it, even if it means emptying your wallet a bit! This phrase is perfect for when you spend a significant amount, especially if it's a bit more than you wanted.

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to go all out

to do something with maximum effort or extravagance · to spare no expense

What's the situation?

Planning that dream vacation or an extra-special trip? ✨ 'To go all out' is the perfect phrase for when you decide to invest a lot of effort, time, or even money to make an experience truly unforgettable! It's about pulling out all the stops for something significant. 🥳

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to give in to temptation

to buy something you didn't plan to · to stop resisting a strong urge to buy

What's the situation?

This expression perfectly captures those moments when you end up buying something you didn't really need or intend to, simply because it looked too good to pass up! 🛍️ It's a lighthearted way to admit you succumbed to a tempting item or an irresistible offer.

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to push the boat out

to spend a lot of money · to celebrate lavishly

What's the situation?

Planning a trip and ready to splurge a bit? 🤩 This expression is perfect for when you're deciding to spend more than usual to make an occasion (like a vacation!) extra special or luxurious. Think fancy dinners, a plush hotel, or an exciting activity you wouldn't normally do! ✨

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to do some serious damage

to spend a lot of money · to buy a lot of things

What's the situation?

Ever walked into a store and just knew your wallet was about to get a serious workout? 💸 This expression is perfect for when you're planning or have just had a shopping spree where you spent quite a bit of cash or bought a lot of items. It's often used humorously! 😂

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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 have money to burn

to have a lot of money to spend · to have surplus funds

What's the situation?

Imagine you've just received a big bonus at work or won the lottery (a small one, maybe!). 🎉 This phrase is perfect for when you feel like you have extra cash to spend freely, without worrying too much. It's not about being reckless, but about enjoying financial comfort! ✨

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to pay top dollar

to pay a very high price · to pay a premium price for something

What's the situation?

Ever wanted something so badly—like a limited-edition sneaker 👟 or the latest smartphone 📱—that you knew you'd have to empty your wallet a bit? This expression is perfect for those moments when you consciously choose to spend a lot because you value the quality, brand, or exclusivity! Sometimes, it's just the going rate for something truly special. ✨

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to empty one's wallet

to spend all or most of your money · to spend a lot of money

What's the situation?

Ever walked into a store, seen something amazing, and just *knew* you had to have it, even if it meant your bank account was going to feel a little lighter? 💸 This expression is perfect for those moments when you've gone all out and spent a significant amount, maybe even all, of your available cash. It's often used playfully to describe a serious shopping spree!

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to burn a hole in one's pocket

to have money that one feels compelled to spend quickly · to feel an irresistible urge to spend money

What's the situation?

Ever get a bonus or an unexpected gift of cash and suddenly feel like you *must* spend it ASAP? That's when money is "burning a hole in your pocket"! 🔥 It's perfect for when you're feeling that irresistible urge to go shopping or treat yourself.

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to be worth the splurge

to be worth spending a lot of money on · to be a good value despite the high cost

What's the situation?

You're debating a purchase or an experience that costs a pretty penny, but you suspect it might be truly special. 💸 This expression is your go-to for weighing whether that extra expense for something amazing is truly justified. Think luxury experiences, high-end gadgets, or once-in-a-lifetime trips! ✨

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to shell out

to pay (a sum of money) · to spend (money)

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect when you're talking about spending money, especially if it's a significant amount or for something you weren't entirely thrilled to pay for, but had to. 💸 It's often used informally to describe paying for things like new electronics, car repairs, or even concert tickets!

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to go over budget

to spend more money than planned · to exceed one's financial limit

What's the situation?

This expression is super useful when you've been out shopping, maybe a little too enthusiastically, and realized you've spent more than you intended. 😅 It happens to the best of us when those sales items are just too tempting! You might have gone over budget on groceries, clothes, or even a fun night out.

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to go overboard

to do too much · to buy too much · to spend too much

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect when you've bought more than you planned, spent a bit too much, or just generally overdid it with something! 💸 It's often used humorously to admit you got carried away. Think extra shoes, an unexpected gadget, or a cart full of snacks!

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an impulse purchase

an unplanned purchase · buying something on a whim

What's the situation?

Ever found yourself buying something you didn't even know you needed, just because it looked cool or was on sale? ✨ That's an impulse purchase! It's a purchase made without much thought or planning, often driven by a sudden desire. 🛍️🛒

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to go on a shopping spree

to buy a lot of things, especially in an excited or extravagant way · to shop extensively

What's the situation?

Feeling the urge to splurge and grab everything in sight? 🤩 This expression is perfect for those joyful, sometimes impulsive, moments when you go out and buy a whole bunch of things! 🛍️✨ It’s not just buying, it’s an *event*!

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to splurge on something

to spend a lot of money on something enjoyable but perhaps not essential · to treat oneself to an expensive item

What's the situation?

Ever just look at something fabulous in a store and think, 'I NEED this, even if my wallet cries a little'? 💸 That's exactly when you'd 'splurge on something'! It's about treating yourself to something expensive or luxurious that you probably don't *really* need, but totally deserve (you tell yourself)! ✨🛍️

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