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shoestring
When used as an adjective, this term evokes a sense of precariousness and extreme frugality. It suggests a situation where the margin for error is nonexistent because the financial backing is barely sufficient to cover the most basic requirements. This usage is common in entrepreneurial or artistic contexts where passion outweighs capital.
As a noun, the word refers to the physical lace of a shoe. While it is a standard countable noun, it is rarely used in modern conversation, often being replaced by the more general term laces.
Meanings
Examples
I need to buy a new pair of shoestrings because these are frayed.
He started the entire company on a shoestring budget.
We traveled across Europe on a shoestring for three months.
The indie film was produced on a shoestring but won several awards.
I wonder if I can make this project work on a shoestring.
The detective operated on a shoestring, using only a small desk and an old phone.