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prime the pump

idiom

To engage in deficit spending.


Anchors to
Related idioms3entries
  1. 01

    prime of life

    The period of one's mature life when one is at a peak of health and performance.

  2. 02

    pump out

    to produce in large quantities

  3. 03

    pump someone's tires

    To praise, encourage, or vigorously support someone.

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