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After a long day at work, I can’t wait to hit the ____ and get some good sleep.
(reflects a need for rest )
HAY/SACK
We need to finish this project on time, but let’s be careful not to cut ______ and compromise its quality.
(refers to trying to save money by finding cheaper or quicker ways of doing something, often with the risk of sacrificing quality. )
CORNERS
I had to ____ the midnight oil to meet the deadline for my presentation.
(work late into the night)
BURN
Their concert was off the ___!
(especially exciting or impressive/out of control )
CHAIN
f my mom gets mad, she’ll usually go on a run to blow off some ___.
(to get rid of the stress )
STEAM
You need to ____ the music. You failed because you didn’t study, so you need to take the class again next semester.
(to deal with the reality of a situation and accept all the consequences)
FACE
Wow, you’ve already finished your assignments? They aren’t due until next week. You’re really on the ___.
(very quick to understand things or react quickly (and correctly)
BALL
Roger and Sally made it to their 50th anniversary because they stood by each other through ___ and thin.
(no matter what happens, good or bad )
THICK
Sorry, but I can’t watch the game with you tonight. I have to hit the ___.
(you’re going to study )
BOOKS
I’d love to go on a luxury cruise, but the prices for those trips would break the ____.
(extremely expensive or costs more than one can afford. )
BANK
Since it was my idea to eat at the expensive restaurant, I’ll gladly ____ the bill.
(to pay for something, usually a substantial expense )
FOOT
After hours of trying to fix the computer, I finally threw in the ___ and called for professional help.
( give up or surrender )
TOWEL
Let’s all pitch ____ a few dollars so we can buy Sally a really good present for her birthday.
(to contribute (give))
IN
Investing in real estate has proven to be a ___ cow for many entrepreneurs.
(a business or investment that generates a steady and significant income )
CASH
I had to cover the travel expenses out of____, but I’ll be reimbursed later.
(you have spent their own money, usually for work-related expenses )
Buying that expensive gadget turned out to be throwing money down the ___; I never use it.
(to waste money on something that is not worthwhile)
DRAIN
Ever since he started his own business, he’s been rolling in ____.
(having a lot of money or being wealthy. )
DOUGH
It took a while, but I finally got ____ breaking up with him.
(you no longer worry about it and it no longer affects you )
OVER
im Carrey went from ___ to riches. He was once living in a van, but eventually became one of the highest-paid comedians in the world.
( you’ve gone from being poor to having a lot of money. )
RaGS
The manager fired the cashier because he had ____ fingers. He stole more than $200 in a month.
(steal a lot)
STICKY
___ up and give me the $5 you owe me.
(you need to pay for something or settle a debt )
PONY
Carl is so close-____, he won’t even buy snacks for the Christmas party.
(to be reluctant to spend any money )
FISTED
Jane really has the ___ touch. Every business she starts becomes very successful.
( easy time making money )
MIDAS
The police chief was arrested after it was revealed that he was receiving ____ to ignore certain crimes.
(receiving money illegally, like a bribe )
KICKBACKS
The family has been living hand to ____ ever since their father lost his job.
(barely earning enough to survive )
MOUTH