Phrase guide

strapped for money

adj · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adj

Meaning 1

Having little money; poor

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • Her monthly mortgage payments left her constantly strapped for money.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: broke, strapped, money-strapped, strapped for cash, cash-strapped

Antonyms: none provided

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