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Burn a hole in your pocket

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Consumer Culture

This phrase often critiques impulsive buying, reflecting consumerism in modern societies.

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Every mall visit makes the money burn a hole in his pocket.
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Impulse Spending

Use when describing someone's urge to spend money as soon as they receive it.

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As soon as James got his bonus, it started burning a hole in his pocket.
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Money's Power

Indicates the compelling feeling that money must be spent, not just the ability to do so.

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The lottery winnings were burning a hole in her pocket.
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