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Meaning of the word "cheapest is often the dearest" in English

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cheapest is often the dearest

US /ˈtʃiːpɪst ɪz ˈɔːfən ðə ˈdɪrɪst/
UK /ˈtʃiːpɪst ɪz ˈɒfən ðə ˈdɪərɪst/
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Idiom

buying something because it is inexpensive often ends up costing more in the long run due to poor quality or the need for repairs

Example:
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I bought a budget lawnmower that broke after a month; I guess cheapest is often the dearest.
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Don't just look at the price tag when buying tools, because cheapest is often the dearest.
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