spending money

Example Sentences

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While spending money on video games is not uncommon, EVE Online stands out because players' assets can be permanently destroyed; their real-world cash outlay gone in seconds.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

And, true to history, Local 99 has endorsed Rivas, but without spending money on her behalf.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

China’s public sector is not just talking about humanoid robots; it is spending money to buy them or fund deployments, helping startups get early revenue and proving grounds.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

The turnaround mission comes at a fortuitous time, when malls are once again alive with the sound of teenagers hanging out and spending money.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

I have forty dollars left over from my vacation spending money.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller