Financial idioms & phrasal verbs
I’m trying to _______ enough to go on a trip this summer
save up
What are you currently saving up for?
Even though they pushed her to change her mind, she stayed firm
stuck to her guns
Do you thiknk sticking to your guys is always a good thing?
The movie was so funny we all _______.
cracked up
What movie / stand-up comedian always makes you crack up?
He finally paid all his debt.
paid off
Have you ever paid something off that took a long time?
Her ego got a bit _______ after all those compliments.
inflated
Do you think compliments inflate people’s confidence or help them grow?
They all _______ to buy their friend a birthday gift
chip in
When was the last time you chipped in for something?
He rushed ahead without waiting for instructions
Jumped the gun
Have you ever known people who really jumped the gun and got married way too soon?
When he talked about his late father, he started to _______.
Choke up
Reflecting on your childhood, are there any memories that still have the power to make you choke up?
They thought they were getting a good deal, but it was a total _______.
rip off
Are tourists more susceptible to being ripped off in certain situations or locations?
He really believed in that scam.
fell for
What helps you avoid falling for things that aren’t true, like scams?
Every month, she barely had enough money to pay rent and eat
make ends meet
What advice would you give someone struggling to make ends meet?
There’s no _______ that will solve the problem of burnout.
silver bullet
In your opinion, is there a silver bullet for staying productive?
They used to laugh at the show, but now they can’t stop watching it.
grow on
Can you name something or someone who grew on you over time?
She believed the ad and gave them her credit card—big mistake.
fell for
Have you ever fallen for a scam or trick online or in real life?
hey don’t spend everything—they always keep a bit aside in case something happens.
Save for a rainy day
What's the wisest thing you've ever decided to save for a rainy day, and did that rainy day ever come?
We realized the business wouldn’t succeed and decided to quit while we still could
Cut our losses
Have you ever had to cut your losses in a situation? What was it?
Irwin is ___________ his third straight championship
gunning for
Is there a particular goal you're currently gunning for in your personal or professional life?
After a terrible morning, she yelled at her coworker during the meeting.
lashed out
Do you have any pet peeves that make you lash out?
We’re doing this on a very small budget, but we’ll make it work.
on a shoestring
With the rising cost of living in Israel, do you think more people are finding themselves having to live on a shoestring?
I didn’t want to, but I had no choice. I had to get a loan
take out
What do you think are the most important things to consider before deciding to take out a mortgage in Israel right now?
I don’t have much, but I’m surviving—instant noodles for the win!
Get by
What’s something that helps you get by during stressful times?
After that last presentation, I’m terrified of public speaking again.
gun shy
What's something that you are gun-shy of?
She kept her emotions all inside until she finally burst into tears
bottle up
Do you bottle things up or express your feelings?
He’s not _______; he just works smart and spends wisely.
made of money
Do people ever assume you're made of money? Why or why not?
He’s perfect. He can do no wrong in their eyes.
put on a pedestal
Do you think it’s healthy to put someone on a pedestal? Why or why not?