Idiom
splash out
Meanings
To spend a large amount of money, especially on something you want as a treat or for a special occasion.
Definition
To splash out means to spend a lot of money, especially on something enjoyable or special.
If you splash out, you spend more money than usual, often because you want something high quality or you are celebrating. It suggests a choice to treat yourself rather than being careful with money. The spending is typically on a purchase or experience you consider worth it.
Examples
- We decided to splash out on a weekend at a luxury hotel.
- She splashed out on a new laptop for work and gaming.
- After the promotion, he splashed out and bought a designer coat.
- Let’s splash out on good seats for the concert.
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