The Price Is Right
Meaning:
A good value; very reasonable. This term is often used humorously to describe something that is free of charge but not especially desirable or praiseworthy in other respects.
Example:
“‘It may look like Salvation Army modern, but the price was right,’ laughed Mary” (Dean Sherwood, Glass Houses, 1979).
Synonyms:
- Cheap at the price
- Cost-effective
- Bargain basement
- Bang for your buck
- Penny wise (but not pound foolish)
Antonyms:
- Rip-off
- Overpriced
- Rip U Roarin’
Humorous Quotes:
“Of course it’s inexpensive; it’s worthless!”
Related Proverbs and Expressions:
- You get what you pay for.
- Penny wise, pound foolish.
- Good things aren’t cheap, and cheap things aren’t good.
- “Free advice is worth every penny you paid.” - Proverbial ho-hum humming of households everywhere.
Literature, Books, Songs, Poetry, and Movies:
- Books: “The Tightwad Gazette” by Amy Dacyczyn - A must-read for anyone who thinks ‘price is right’ should be a life motto.
- Songs: “Price Tag” by Jessie J - because we’re giving an anthem to bargain hunters.
- Poetry: “The Cost of Stuff” - a satirical take on daily expenditures by plain ol’ frugality.
- Movies: “Confessions of a Shopaholic” - Because sometimes the price is right, but do we need it?
### Which of these sentences uses "the price is right" correctly?
- [x] "Sure, the sofa looks like it came from a circus, but hey, the price is right."
- [ ] "I love caviar, and the price is right for such luxury."
- [ ] "She opted for the expensive handbag; the price was right for her taste."
- [ ] "Kazoo lessons seem superb, luckily the budget-friendly is cloud nine."
> **Explanation:** "Sure, the sofa looks like it came from a circus, but hey, the price is right." uses the phrase correctly, implying that while something might not be ideal in all respects, it's very affordable, possibly even free.
### Identify another way to say "the price is right."
- [x] You get what you pay for.
- [ ] The apple doesn't fall far from the tree.
- [ ] Stop beating around the bush.
- [ ] Better to have loved and lost.
> **Explanation:** "You get what you pay for" is related as it also implies value might be directly proportional to cost.
### True or False: "The price is right" usually implies impeccable quality.
- [ ] True
- [x] False
> **Explanation:** False. "The price is right" typically implies something is very affordable or free, but not necessarily high-quality.
### Pick the proverb that suggests sometimes 'free' isn't better.
- [x] Penny wise, pound foolish.
- [ ] A stitch in time saves nine.
- [ ] Birds of a feather flock together.
- [ ] Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
> **Explanation:** "Penny wise, pound foolish" warns against the false economy of saving small amounts now only to face bigger costs later.
In the world of deals and dollar-stretching, tread lightly, for sometimes the right price isn’t worth the cost. Before you accept every freebie, think with wisdom, and bargain with cunning ✨.
Never forget - the truest value lies not in the price, but the joy and laughter shared in the experience 🛒.
Penny Penancoins, Forever chasing bargains but prized by sagacity.
