CEFR B2

outlay

noun

Meaning

An amount of money or time spent on something.

Examples

The initial outlay for the project was higher than anticipated.
We need to consider the total outlay required for the marketing campaign.

Synonyms: expense, expenditure, cost, spending

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outlay (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈaʊtleɪ/

Definition

An amount of money or time spent on something.

Examples

The initial outlay for the project was higher than anticipated.
We need to consider the total outlay required for the marketing campaign.
This investment requires a substantial outlay of capital.

How to Use outlay

outlay on (prepositional phrase): The money or time spent on a particular thing. — "The outlay on advertising has increased this quarter."
outlay for (prepositional phrase): The money spent to acquire or achieve something. — "The outlay for the new machinery was substantial."

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