chip in (with something) (on something) (for someone)

chip in (with something) (on something) (for someone)
chip in (with something) (on something) (for someone) & chip in (with something) (for something) (for someone) & chip something in(on something) (for someone)
to contribute money for a gift for someone. •

Would you like to chip in with a little cash on a gift for Carol?

I will chip in a little with you on a gift for Carol.

Would you chip in with a few bucks for a gift for Carol?

Would you chip a few bucks in on a gift for Carol?

Would you care to chip in on a gift for the teacher?

Yes, I'd be happy to chip in.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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