💰 Big-Ticket Item 💸
Definition: An expensive purchase; a large outlay. The term “ticket” refers either to the price tag or to the banking term meaning a preliminary record of a transaction before it is posted in a permanent book of account. The term originated in the United States around 1940 and is considered a borderline cliché.
Synonyms:
- Big purchase
- Major expense
- High-ticket item
- Major investment
- Costly asset
Related Idioms and Phrases:
- Break the bank: To use up all of one’s money or resources.
- Blow the budget: To spend more money than was planned.
- Spend an arm and a leg: To spend a lot of money on something.
- High roller: Someone who spends large amounts of money.
- Push the boat out: To spend a lot of money on something special.
Proverbs and Quotes:
“Too many people spend money they haven’t earned, to buy things they don’t want, to impress people they don’t like.” – Will Rogers
“A penny saved is a penny earned.” – Benjamin Franklin
Inspiration:
Some big-ticket items might mean draining your funds now, but always weigh what it will bring to your life in the future. Is it an investment or simply a splurge? Assess wisely, spend carefully, and most importantly, enjoy responsibly!
Literature & Media:
- Books:
- “Your Money or Your Life” by Vicki Robin and Joe Dominguez
- “Rich Dad Poor Dad” by Robert T. Kiyosaki
- Movies:
- “The Wolf of Wall Street” (2013)
- “Confessions of a Shopaholic” (2009)
- Songs:
- “If I Had a Million Dollars” by Barenaked Ladies
Quizzes
👋 Keep in mind, every big spend should tell a story of its worth. Whether it’s a celebration, an investment, or just for the joy of it, make it count!
Yours splurgily, Penny Spender
🗓️ Published on: October 5, 2023
