purse strings

Example Sentences

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With OpenAI’s purse strings tightening ahead of its IPO, company executives began taking a more critical look at Sora—and didn’t like what they saw.

From The Wall Street Journal

In its most recent earnings report, Brown-Forman said sales in markets like the U.S. and Europe are hurting as affordability issues have plagued consumers, who are tightening their purse strings.

From The Wall Street Journal

Basic economy passengers can upgrade when spending is strong, while business-class travelers can trade down to premium economy when purse strings tighten.

From The Wall Street Journal

Fund managers often turn to banks to meet redemption requests from investors, but their purse strings may tighten.

From The Wall Street Journal

That’s a precarious model if middle-class Americans have to tighten their purse strings.

From MarketWatch