out of pocket

Definition

Lacking funds, or suffering a financial loss; broke.

Example Sentences

• "After three races he was £10 out of pocket."
• "A local doctor had bought one canvas and but for that lucky chance he would have been out of pocket."
• "Like a coward, he called his agent's work number and left a voicemail that he'd be out of pocket for several days but would try to check his messages here and there."