Loosen the purse strings Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To be willing to spend more money or to spend money more freely, usually after being careful with expenses.
Usage & Nuances
This is an idiom, informal and often humorous. Used especially about finances, budgeting, or persuading someone to spend more. Not used for opening a physical purse. Common with 'finally', 'decide to', or 'ask to'. Synonyms: 'spend more', 'be less tight with money'.
Example Sentences
My parents finally loosened the purse strings to buy me a new bike.
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If our sales improve, the boss might loosen the purse strings for the team party.
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It took weeks to convince him to loosen the purse strings for the renovation.
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We’re on vacation—it's time to loosen the purse strings and enjoy ourselves!
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Come on, Dad, can’t you loosen the purse strings just this once?
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Once she got her bonus, she really loosened the purse strings at the mall.
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