Meanings
From the mill towns of Lancashire, where fourpence was considered expensive for cheese and hence cheese for sale at that price would not be bought.
How to pronounce "like cheese at fourpence":
AU
Of a person: waiting idly or timewasting.
Example Sentences
1
Finding a good used car can be like cheese at fourpence - it's a rare find.
2
Getting a promotion in this company is like cheese at fourpence - it hardly ever happens.
3
Finding a cheap flight during the holiday season is like cheese at fourpence - nearly impossible.
4
Trying to convince her to go out on a date was like cheese at fourpence - she always said no.
5
Finding a peaceful place in the city can be like cheese at fourpence - there's always noise.
