spending money
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of spending money
First recorded in 1590–1600
Example Sentences
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They used it as spending money on their 17-day honeymoon in Canada which Johnny says they'd saved for "because it's not worth the risk of relying on donations".
From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026
Alarms bells had been raised earlier when Shelley Sawkins, 75, called the tradesman, and realised he was in Lanzarote, spending money she had given him.
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
They’re spending money on things that make them feel something — anything.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 23, 2026
And, true to history, Local 99 has endorsed Rivas, but without spending money on her behalf.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 3, 2026
They left after spending money on our wares, food, and services.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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