We need someone to pay the freight for this project.
pay the freight
idiomTo bear the cost.
The company agreed to pay the freight for the new equipment, so we can finally start the installation.
While the local government provided the land, the private investors were ultimately required to pay the freight for the entire construction process.
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Very unpleasant consequences; a great deal of trouble.
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To strike it rich; to get lucky or have a big break.
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To visit.
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To attend; to be attentive; to focus one's attention.
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To bring about something good as a result of past effort or actions.
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To give attention; to heed.
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to show honor or respect to; to honor; to do, make or pay obeisance to
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To settle old grudges by taking revenge.