Unit 9 - 9E

to have a great deal of money

After his successful business venture, he is rolling in it, buying expensive cars and luxurious properties.

to separate something into more pieces, often in a sudden way

Be careful not to break the glass when you wash the dishes.

something that costs a lot more than its real value

The concert tickets were a complete rip-off, costing twice as much as last year.

costing very little, often far less than expected or typical

I can’t believe how dirt cheap the tickets were for that concert!

experiencing financial difficulties, often lacking money to cover basic expenses

After losing his job, he found himself hard up and struggling to pay the bills.

having enough money or resources to live without financial worry, but not necessarily very wealthy

They are comfortably off after years of hard work and saving.

to end the life of someone or something

The hunter aimed carefully to kill the deer for food.

to earn a large amount of money, often in a short period of time and with little effort, usually through a successful business venture, investment, etc,

By investing in tech stocks, he made a killing in the stock market this year.

to lessen the amount of money or resources one uses compared to before, particularly due to having less available

During the recession, many families had to tighten their belts and cut back on unnecessary expenses.

in a very comfortable condition due to an abundance of wealth

After the successful business merger, the company's executives are now in the lap of luxury, staying at 5-star hotels and flying first class.

to make enough money to pay for one's basic needs

During tough times, they had to cut back on expenses to make ends meet.

to pay an unreasonably high price for something

It's funny how he suggests an idea and we have to pay through the nose!

to survive with only the bare minimum resources, often with no savings or financial security

After losing his job, he lived hand to mouth, struggling to pay rent and buy enough food to eat.

to accumulate a large amount of wealth or money through one's own efforts, often through business ventures or investments

Some people make a fortune through hard work and dedication to their careers.

in debt due to spending more than one's earnings

After a series of unexpected expenses, John found his bank account in the red, and he needed to budget carefully to get back on track.