“Tighten your belt”

Definition

To spend less money than before.

Examples

Examples

“We need to tighten our belt this month.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Tighten your belt" mean?
"Tighten your belt" means to spend less money than before..
How do you use "Tighten your belt" in a sentence?
Example: "We need to tighten our belt this month."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Tighten your belt"?
Затянуть пояс, сократить расходы. / Կրճատել ծախսերը։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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