purse strings
Example Sentences
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U.K. consumer sentiment slipped in November, with households tightening the purse strings ahead of the budget and a crucial holiday season for retailers.
The broadcast host said that while people have tightened their purse strings in China, they will still be willing to spend on certain things and experiences.
From Barron's
Shoppers in Los Angeles are turning to more affordable brands, seeking deals and making their own presents to save money this holiday season, as many tighten their purse strings in anticipation of a weak economy.
From Los Angeles Times
These fixtures were part of their wider schedule, dictated by those with a grip on the purse strings and who sign broadcast deals.
From BBC
China, once the industry’s growth engine, has been reeling from its own economic difficulties, which have led consumers to tighten their purse strings.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
