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a) To pay much more than the fair price for something.
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\nb) To be the responsibility of someone in a higher position.
\n\u2192 Expression number *1*
\nc) To have one\u2019s own money and not depend on others.
\n\u2192 Expression number *4*
\nd) To stop something from happening.
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Exercise: Pay idioms

Exercise: Pay idioms

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