splash out

Meaning

To spend a lot of money on something desired but not necessary.

Example

I decided to splash out on a trip around Europe after getting a nice Christmas bonus.

I decided to splash out on a trip around Europe after getting a nice Christmas bonus.

Practice tips

• Practice splash out out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
• Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
• Pay attention to context: this English idiom is for intermediate-level learners.

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