American Idioms and Expressions

Last Of The Big Spenders Idiom

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last of the big spenders
What does last of the big spenders mean?
a humorous way to describe someone who spends a lot of money for something (although he or she may not want to spend it)The man is pretending to be the last of the big spenders as he spends money on his family.
last of the big spenders
What does last of the big spenders mean?
a humorous way to describe someone who spends a lot of money for something (although he or she may not want to spend it) The man is pretending to be the last of the big spenders as he spends money during his holidays.


Some Random Idioms
All and sundry
What does "All and sundry" mean?
This idiom is a way of emphasising 'all', like saying 'each and every one'.
free and clear
What does "free and clear" mean?
without owing any moneyThe couple finally owned their house free and clear.
wow
What does "wow" mean?
impress. You wowed them with that presentation.
one's name is mud
What does "one's name is mud" mean?
a person`s reputation is badHis name is mud now that he has been charged by the police with stealing money from his company.
had ('d) better
What does "had ('d) better" mean?
be obliged to; should (strong)."You'd better leave soon. If you don't, you'llmiss your bus."
bound and determined
What does "bound and determined" mean?
to be determined The man's wife is bound and determined to visit her sister this summer.

fruits of one's labor
What does "fruits of one's labor" mean?
the results of one's work We decided to enjoy the fruits of our labor so we went on a long holiday to Europe.

turn on a dime
What does "turn on a dime" mean?
to turn in a very tight turn, to change directions/circumstances in a short timeThe small car is very flexible and is able to turn on a dime.
One-trick pony
What does "One-trick pony" mean?
A one-trick pony is someone who does one thing well, but has limited skills in other areas.

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