An arm and a leg

“An arm and a leg” is a slang term used to express an exorbitant or extremely high price or cost for something. It indicates that the cost is excessively high and may require a substantial sacrifice or payment. The term is often used figuratively to emphasize the outrageousness of the price rather than referring to the literal value of body parts.

Example 1: Buying a designer handbag can cost you an arm and a leg, but some people are willing to pay the hefty price for the brand name and exclusivity.

Example 2: The repairs for my car after the accident ended up costing me an arm and a leg, leaving me with a huge financial burden to bear.