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To give an arm and a leg


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To give an arm and a leg means to pay a huge amount of money for something.

Sample Usage

1. Ritika's best friend was prepared to give an arm and a leg to ensure that Ritika got the best medical treatment.

2. The film star paid an arm and a leg to add the famous painting to his art collection.


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