to be very expensive or require a lot of money to purchase
to have the amount of money needed to buy necessities
Grammatical Information:
having enough money to cover one's expenses and maintain a desirable lifestyle
an item bought at a much lower price than usual
an amount of money or a favor that is owed
costing very little, often far less than expected or typical
The idiom "dirt cheap" is a relatively recent expression, dating back to the 20th century. This phrase is used to describe something that is available at an extremely low cost or price, indicating that it is a remarkable bargain or deal.
owning a great amount of money or things that cost a lot
to be able to pay the cost of something
Grammatical Information:
in debt due to spending more than one's earnings
The phrase "in the red" originates from the practice of using red ink to indicate negative amounts or deficits in financial records and accounting ledgers. This idiom is used to describe a financial situation where expenses exceed income, resulting in a negative balance or deficit.
to spend a lot of money on fancy or unnecessary things
Grammatical Information:
having little or no money, often due to having spent all of it or experiencing financial difficulties
to be extremely valuable, usually in terms of money
a large sum of money
The origin of the idiom "an arm and leg" is uncertain, but it is believed to have become popular in the mid-20th century, possibly influenced by similar expressions that imply a significant cost or sacrifice. This phrase is used to describe something that is excessively expensive or requires a significant sacrifice in terms of cost or effort.
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