split the bill — to divide the cost of something, especially a meal or bill, equally among the people involved
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: to divide the cost of something, especially a meal or bill, equally among the people involved
Pronunciation (IPA): /splɪt ðə bɪl/
Example Sentences
- After the fancy dinner, they awkwardly realized nobody brought enough money, so they had to split the bill using three different credit cards.
- My date suggested we split the bill, which was refreshing compared to the usual awkward wallet dance.
- When dining with colleagues, it's common practice to split the bill equally.
split the bill
NOUN[/splɪt ðə bɪl/]
to divide the cost of something, especially a meal or bill, equally among the people involved

After dinner, the four friends decide to split the bill evenly.
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“After the fancy dinner, they awkwardly realized nobody brought enough money, so they had to split the bill using three different credit cards.”
“My date suggested we split the bill, which was refreshing compared to the usual awkward wallet dance.”
“When dining with colleagues, it's common practice to split the bill equally.”
“They decided to split the bill four ways, even though Sarah only ordered a salad while the others had steaks.”
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