Expressions (A–Z)
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A
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A man takes more care of his wealth than of his health
It is human nature to worry about losing money but not about wasting time — peop...
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A person anxious about their money
Human nature is generally to worry about one’s money and to ensure it is not dim...
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Anxious about his money
See: 'A Man Confused About His Lot.'
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At dirt-cheap price
Very cheaply. At the lowest possible price.
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C
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Came out stripped of his assets/ to lose all one's property/ down to the last farthing
Lost all his money or property; ended up with nothing left.
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D
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Do not bargain when you have no money
Do not negotiate to purchase something when you do not have the necessary money...
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F
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Free of charge
Without any payment.
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H
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He cannot afford to
He does not have the financial means to obtain (like an arm that cannot reach).
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I
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in total lack, remained with nothing, in nakedness and in total lack
Without any possessions or things of value. Left without property or money.
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L
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Lack of money/ lack (loss) of money
Short on money. Or: Lost my money.
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