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Definition of "pocketbooks" [pocketbooks]

  • Plural form of pocketbook. (noun)

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Use "pocketbooks" in a sentence
  • "What really disturbs me about Samuelson's essay is the implication that we vote for our short-term pocketbooks rather than what is best for society at large (and, therefore, ultimately ourselves) in the long term."
  • "Voters are much more focused on economic issues this year, and any attempt to divert them away from their pocketbooks will be a disaster for the GOP."
  • "Voters are much more focused on economic issues this year, and any attempt to divert them away from their pocketbooks will be a disaster for the GOP, even if it's gay marriage -- the Republicans 'crack."