vote with one's wallet
The phrase "vote with one's wallet" reflects the idea that consumers can influence businesses and market trends through their purchasing decisions, aligning spending with personal values and beliefs.
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Definition
B2Consumer Behavior
(idiomatic, informal)To support or boycott products, companies, or services based on personal beliefs or values.
Example
- Many people choose to vote with their wallets by buying eco-friendly products.
- She decided to vote with her wallet and stopped shopping at stores that don't pay fair wages.
B2Economic Influence
(idiomatic, informal)To make spending decisions that reflect one's stance on social, political, or environmental issues.
Example
- Consumers can vote with their wallets to push companies toward more sustainable practices.
- By choosing not to buy from certain brands, people can vote with their wallets and influence corporate policies.
Similar
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