Splash out

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verb

To spend a lot of money on buying goods, especially expensive goods.

She decided to splash out on a new car
Visual representation of "splash out" - To spend a lot of money on buying goods, especially expensive goods

Often appears as...

  • splash out on
  • splash out for

Usage tips

Informal

Idiomatic

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Visual representation of "splash out"
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Occasional Use

Used for special purchases, not everyday shopping.

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I don't usually do this, but I decided to splash out on a designer jacket.
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Luxury Items

Often refers to buying items considered luxurious or indulgent.

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After getting his bonus, he splashed out on a luxury cruise.
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Emotional Impulse

Can imply an impulsive, emotion-driven decision rather than a practical one.

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Feeling down, she splashed out on an expensive spa day.
Visual representation of the word "Splash out"

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