Meaning of the word "on a shoestring" in English
What does "on a shoestring" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
on a shoestring
US /ɒn ə ˈʃuːstrɪŋ/
UK /ɒn ə ˈʃuːstrɪŋ/
Idiom
with a very small amount of money; on a very tight budget
Example:
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They managed to travel across Europe on a shoestring.
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The film was made on a shoestring budget, but it won several awards.