Phrases Talking About Financial Matters

I'm on a tight budget.

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Meaning

I have very little money to spend.

Example sentences

John: 'Let's go out for dinner tonight.'<br>

Alice: 'I'm sorry, I'm on a tight budget this month.'

John: 'Yeah, I can't afford it either. I'm on a tight budget right now.'

Alice: 'This dress is beautiful, but it's expensive.'<br>