deep pockets

plural noun

1. an abundance of money or wealth.

Word History and Origins

Origin of deep pockets¹

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

“Defendants claim to be investigating the facts, but the reality is they are finding deep pockets and trying to smear all of them with the same brush.”

From Los Angeles Times

The momentum has led some to sound the alarm about the deep pockets playing an increasingly pivotal role in American politics.

From Salon

It’s probably not as bad for theaters that have patrons with deep pockets.

From Los Angeles Times

The “individuals” Mackey aims to help, Love.Life’s target market, are those with deep pockets who can afford to circumvent the system.

From Los Angeles Times

Bush’s merchandise is “very helpful to a lot of my clients who don’t have deep pockets but have a dream.”

From Los Angeles Times