Push-the-boat-out Definition

verb

(UK, idiomatic) To do something, especially spend money, more extravagantly than usual, particularly for a celebration.

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Push-the-boat-out Sentence Examples

  • It would be a typical Hammam ploy to also push the boat out for the Wales captain one day.

  • It's not unusual for modern designers to push the boat out a bit, creating jackets in vivid colors like blue, red and green.

  • If you happen to own a closet full of dressy pantsuits, however, don't hesitate to push the boat out and try something new - perhaps an eye-popping color or a pant with an unusual cut.

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