last of the big spenders: meaning & examples
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Meanings:
- A person who spends money extravagantly or lavishly; often used as a playful or flattering label for someone noted for conspicuous consumption.
- By implication, the remaining or final member of a declining group known for lavish spending.
Examples
BetaAt every gala, Mr. Thompson was known as the last of the big spenders, never hesitating to open his wallet.
En cada gala, el Sr. Thompson era conocido como el último de los grandes gastadores, sin dudar en abrir su cartera.
She earned the reputation of being the last of the big spenders among her friends during their luxury vacations.
Ella se ganó la reputación de ser la última de las grandes gastadoras entre sus amigos durante sus vacaciones de lujo.
Even in tough times, John remained the last of the big spenders, always treating his colleagues generously.
Incluso en tiempos difíciles, John seguía siendo el último de los grandes gastadores, siempre tratando generosamente a sus colegas.
They joked that Grandpa was the last of the big spenders, still buying extravagant gifts for everyone.
Bromeaban diciendo que el abuelo era el último de los grandes gastadores, todavía comprando regalos extravagantes para todos.
Examples:
- EN: You may not know it,... but you are with the last of the big spenders.ES: No soy de Ios que invita todos Ios días.
- EN: Champagne Charlie, the last of the big spenders.ES: Champan Charlie, el colmo del despilfarro.
- EN: Anyway, he definitely wasn't the last of the big spenders.ES: De todas formas, ese hombre no era despilfarrador.
- EN: Ralph, you're with the last of the big spenders!ES: ¡ Estás con uno de los pocos derrochadores que quedan!
- EN: Oh, last of the big spendersES: Oh, el último de los generosos.
- EN: Well, if it isn't the last of the big spenders.ES: Miren al derrochador más grande de todos.
- EN: Lunching with the last of the big spenders?ID: makan siang dengan yang terakhir dari pemboros besar ?
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