How to Use break the bank in a Sentence
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Adding green to your wardrobe doesn't have to break the bank.
—Rebecca Norris, Woman's Day, 26 Jan. 2023
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Here's a roundup of some last minute ideas that won't break the bank.
—Nadia Lopez, Axios, 10 Feb. 2025
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Having fun doesn’t have to break the bank.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 24 Jan. 2026
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Grabbing a meal here won’t break the bank.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 23 Sep. 2025
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The hub is stocked with tons of trendy options that won’t break the bank.
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 7 May 2025
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A couple of days of screen time is not going to break the bank.
—Caitlin Gibson, Washington Post, 8 June 2023
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Looking for a new pair of sneakers that won’t break the bank?
—Jordan Julian, InStyle, 6 Feb. 2026
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Want to find a quick weekend getaway that won’t break the bank?
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 19 Sep. 2024
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Your memorable stroll in the park doesn't have to break the bank.
—Vicki Salemi, Chron, 17 Jan. 2023
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Tannenbaum says that the best juicers don't need to break the bank.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Nov. 2022
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And don’t worry—our favorites won’t all break the bank.
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 18 Mar. 2026
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She once was spotted wearing this stone pair that won't break the bank.
—Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 1 Sep. 2023
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The store is packed with delicious finds that won't break the bank.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2025
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These wallets and wristlets make for the perfect gift that won’t break the bank.
—Bianca Pineda, Southern Living, 2 Dec. 2024
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Those who are ready to date but don’t want to break the bank are getting creative.
—Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 25 Nov. 2025
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Premium bread knives have their perks, but a good one doesn’t have to break the bank.
—Jesse Raub, Bon Appétit, 2 Dec. 2024
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Home fragrance is supposed to uplift your space and not break the bank.
—Jamie Fischer, Southern Living, 22 Nov. 2023
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Will the Patriots break the bank again?
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 9 Mar. 2026
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For a middle-of-the-road option that doesn't break the bank, this is a great choice.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
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However, a lunch on or near the Grid doesn’t have to break the bank.
—Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026
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Plus, the new refillable jar doesn't break the bank quite as much as before.
—Katie Intner, harpersbazaar.com, 22 Apr. 2023
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Organizing your home doesn't have to break the bank.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
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In fact, a restorative wellness getaway doesn't have to break the bank at all.
—Madeline Weinfield, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2026
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Plus, at just under $12, this budget pick won’t break the bank.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 2 Feb. 2023
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Help your boss execute their master plan with this nifty notepad that won't break the bank.
—John Thompson, Men's Health, 17 Nov. 2022
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This genuine leather wallet won’t break the bank or add any extra weight to your day bag or purse.
—Stephanie Gray, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
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If the Yankees want pitching that won't break the bank, this would be a good route to go.
—Patrick McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2025
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Palihouse is a luxe option that manages not to break the bank.
—Jocelyn Silver, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
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This sous vide wand from Inkbird won’t break the bank and is straightforward to set up and use.
—Elizabeth Briskin, Popular Mechanics, 28 Nov. 2022
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At under $100, this adorable cocotte set won’t break the bank.
—Amber C. Snider, Peoplemag, 25 May 2024
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