be pushed for money

be pushed for money

To have a small or limited amount of money available. I'm kind of pushed for money right now, so can we go out to dinner next weekend instead?

See also: money, push

be pressed/pushed for ˈmoney, ˈspace, ˈtime, etc.

have very little money, time, etc: I’ll have to do those letters tomorrow — I’m a bit pressed for time this afternoon. ♢ I’m afraid we’re a bit pushed for space in this office.

See also: press, push