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tighten the purse strings
verb
Antonyms
loosen the purse strings
To decrease spending or disallow increased spending; to increase control of spending.
Word Frequency 1800~2019
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hold the purse strings
tighten one's belt
loosen the apron strings
lighten someone's purse
pick up the slack
put a lid on
tie up loose ends
lose it
cut down
scrimp and save
tie someone's hands
tie oneself in knots
trim one's sails
crack down
feel the pinch