go on a shopping spree

go on a shopping spree

To spend a large amount of money purchasing many items, often in a short period of time and usually in an impulsive manner. A: "Every time Henry gets paid, he seems to go on a shopping spree." B: "Right? He always shows up at work in a beautiful new designer suit a few days after payday." I currently have $13 in my bank account, so I won't be going on a shopping spree any time soon!

See also: go, on, shop, spree

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