Work & Money - Wealth & Luxury

Master English idioms regarding wealth and luxury, like "have it made in the shade" and "from rags to riches".

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from rags to riches [phrase]

used to refer to the action of rising from the depth of poverty to the highest of riches

Ex: The entrepreneur 's business is booming , and it seems like he is on his way from rags to riches .

to [be] rolling in (it|money) [phrase]

to have a great deal of money

Ex: If the startup takes off , they could be rolling in it in a few years .

filthy rich [phrase]

possessing an excessive amount of money

Ex: The celebrity is still making money from endorsements and is getting even more filthy rich .

high (on|off) the hog [phrase]

in a very comfortable, expensive, and luxurious way

Ex: When he won the lottery , he lived high on the hog for a while , indulging in all kinds of extravagant experiences .

to [be|live|keep] in clover [phrase]

to be living a comfortable and luxurious life

Ex: When they sold their successful business , they were in clover , finally able to retire early and fulfill their dreams .

in the lap of luxury [phrase]

in a very comfortable condition due to an abundance of wealth

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to [live] large [phrase]

to have a very luxurious and comfortable lifestyle

Ex: If they secure the deal , they plan to live large and invest in luxury properties and assets .

{num} better off [phrase]

used to refer to a financially superior situation than before or when compared to others

a beggar on horseback [phrase]

someone who has suddenly gained great wealth or high status and has become arrogant or corrupt

Ex: The inexperienced young executive , promoted to a high-ranking position , proved to be a beggar on horseback , making poor decisions that harmed the company .

to [have] it made in the shade [phrase]

to be in a very good position and be living a luxurious life

Ex: With the successful launch of the product , the company now has it made in the shade , dominating the market .

deep pockets [noun]

a person or thing such as a business with significant financial resources

Ex: With the backing of a wealthy investor , the startup has deep pockets to fuel its expansion and product development .

creature comforts [noun]

a set of things that make life comfortable and more enjoyable for one

Ex: The elderly couple decided to downsize their home to a smaller apartment with all the necessary creature comforts for their comfort and convenience .

to [strike] it rich [phrase]

to come into possession of a great sum of money in a very sudden or unexpected way

Ex: The amateur prospector struck it rich when he found a massive diamond in the unlikeliest of places .

to [live] the life of Riley [phrase]

to be enjoying a luxurious and comfortable life

Ex: The wealthy heir inherited a fortune , allowing him to live the life of Riley without having to work .

to [rake] in the money [phrase]

to earn a large amount of money, usually quickly or easily

Ex: The talented musician 's latest album is raking in the money , topping the charts and selling out concerts .

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