spending money
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of spending money
First recorded in 1590–1600
Example Sentences
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And, true to history, Local 99 has endorsed Rivas, but without spending money on her behalf.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
China’s public sector is not just talking about humanoid robots; it is spending money to buy them or fund deployments, helping startups get early revenue and proving grounds.
From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026
Children as young as five are at risk of being contacted by strangers and pressured into spending money on Roblox, campaigners have claimed in a complaint to US regulators.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
The turnaround mission comes at a fortuitous time, when malls are once again alive with the sound of teenagers hanging out and spending money.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026
For me, it was like spending money without knowing your bank balance.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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