Fork out

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verb

To pay money for something, especially when you do not want to or feel that the price is too much.

I had to fork out $50 for the taxi ride because there was heavy traffic.
Visual representation of "fork out" - To pay money for something, especially when you do not want to or feel that the price is too much

Often appears as...

  • fork out money
  • fork out cash

Usage tips

Informal

Idiomatic

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Reluctant Spending

Use 'fork out' when you're unhappy about spending money, showing resistance or annoyance.

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I can't believe I had to fork out so much for a parking ticket.
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Unexpected Costs

'Fork out' often describes paying for something unexpectedly costly or deemed unfair.

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We all had to fork out extra when the hotel added hidden fees.
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Excessive Amounts

Use the phrase when the amount spent is excessive or more than you wanted to pay.

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He forked out a small fortune for that limited-edition watch.
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