pinch pennies
成語所屬單字pinch
pinch pennies — 慣用語
1. To be very careful about how much money you spend, especially by buying only the
1.慣用語
釋義
省吃儉用
To be very careful about how much money you spend, especially by buying only the cheapest things.
例句
After losing his job, Tom had to pinch pennies to pay the rent.
Maya pinches pennies by cooking at home instead of eating out.
2. to be very careful about spending money, often in a way that seems mean or extre
2.慣用語
釋義
省吃儉用；錙銖必較
to be very careful about spending money, often in a way that seems mean or extreme.
例句
The Tanaka family had to pinch pennies until both parents found work again.
Students often pinch pennies during the last week before payday.