Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Purse Strings.
Purse Strings - as a noun
Financial resources or support
Example: "Who controls the purse strings in this family?"
Example Sentences
"She tightly holds the purse strings and never spends money frivolously."
"The CEO has the power to loosen or tighten the purse strings."
"After losing her job, she had to tighten her purse strings and cut back on expenses."
"The government should take measures to loosen the purse strings and stimulate the economy."
"As the financial manager, it is her responsibility to control the purse strings."
