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Mr. Tom Posted 6 years ago
Vocabulary

Use of 'out of pocket'

Hi

Is the use of 'out of pocket' natural here? Any suggestions please?

Out of pocket = having no money

I'm sorry I'm a bit out of pocket right now. But I can take you to dinner next week. Promise.

Thanks,

Tom

  

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Hi Tom, I haven't encountered that meaning. I see it this way. Broadly speaking, out of pocket refers to an unexpected expense.

— Clive

  • Hi Tom, I haven't encountered that meaning.
  • I see it this way.
  • Broadly speaking, out of pocket refers to an unexpected expense.
  • eg I go to another city to visit a client.
  • There is a snowstorm, so I have to stay overnight in a hotel.
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Hi Tom,

I haven't encountered that meaning.

I see it this way. Broadly speaking, out of pocket refers to an unexpected expense.

eg I go to another city to visit a client. There is a snowstorm, so I have to stay overnight in a hotel. I pay for the hotel out of my own pocket, but I will be able to get my company to reimburse me.

eg I buy a $100 ticket for a play.

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