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Push the boat out

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Celebratory TonePlay
Used to suggest indulgence or extravagant actions, especially for special occasions. SlideWhen she was promoted, we pushed the boat out with an upscale dinner.
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Suggests actions that are not common or typical, but done on rare occasions. SlideWe don't usually dine at fancy places, but tonight we'll push the boat out.
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Budget StretchPlay
Implies spending beyond what one normally would, often to the point of extravagance. SlideWe pushed the boat out for our anniversary and booked the most expensive suite.