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pay the piper

idiom

To pay expenses for something, and thus be in a position to be in control.


Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    hell to pay

    Very unpleasant consequences; a great deal of trouble.

  2. 02

    hit pay dirt

    To strike it rich; to get lucky or have a big break.

  3. 03

    pay a visit

    To visit.

  4. 04

    pay attention

    To attend; to be attentive; to focus one's attention.

  5. 05

    pay dividends

    To bring about something good as a result of past effort or actions.

  6. 06

    pay heed

    To give attention; to heed.

  7. 07

    pay homage to

    to show honor or respect to; to honor; to do, make or pay obeisance to

  8. 08

    pay off old scores

    To settle old grudges by taking revenge.

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