purse

Example Sentences

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Sir James Cleverly said the practice was "an insult" and that "custodians of the public purse" had "an enhanced duty to make sure they're delivering value for money".

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

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 • Mar. 26, 2026

At a new Ross in Alhambra, Liz Lopez was shopping for a designer purse.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

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

From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026

I opened my purse, meek, and Mrs. Diamant stared down at the squashed butter and the eggs.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron