on the cheap
The phrase "on the cheap" is used to describe doing something or obtaining something at a lower cost, often implying a compromise in quality.
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Definition
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(informal, colloquial)Done or obtained at a lower cost, often by sacrificing quality.
Example
- We decided to renovate the house on the cheap, but now we're facing a lot of issues.
- They traveled around Europe on the cheap by staying in hostels and using budget airlines.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "on the cheap":
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