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For a song

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Idiomatic UsagePlay
Used especially in informal contexts, but understood widely and acceptable in various situations. SlideI picked up these vintage comics for a song at the flea market.
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Figurative SpeechPlay
Remember, 'for a song' is a figure of speech meaning very cheap - it doesn't involve actual singing. SlideThe antique clock was sold for a song at the auction.
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Metaphorical ValuePlay
The phrase suggests something's so cheap it's almost like trading it for a simple song. SlideThey're giving away the old stock for a song to clear space.