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Fork some money out Meaning in English

expression

FORK-sum-MUH-nee-out
FAWK-sum-MUH-nee-out

释义

To pay money for something, usually unwillingly or with some reluctance, often because the amount feels high or unexpected.

用法与细微差别

Informal, used mainly in British English; suggests reluctance or irritation about having to pay. Common with 'for' ('fork some money out for...'). Synonyms: 'shell out', 'cough up'. Not used for regular, small purchases.

例句

He had to fork some money out for the school trip.

basic

I don't want to fork some money out for a new phone.

basic

We had to fork some money out to fix the car.

basic

Every time something breaks, I end up having to fork some money out.

natural

Don't expect your parents to always fork some money out for you.

natural

When the bill arrived, no one wanted to fork some money out first.

natural