in the money

1. Placing first, second or third in a contest on which a bet has been placed, especially a horse race. For example, My luck held today, and I ended up in the money . [c. 1900]

2. Also, in the chips . Rich, affluent. For example, When he's in the money, he's extremely generous to his friends , or After that box-office bonanza, she's in the chips . The chips in the variant presumably allude to poker chips. [ Colloquial ; late 1800s]

Example Sentences

“They are the person with the power who brings in the money.”

From BBC

In the money laundering system, prosecutors say, someone seeking to make a large transfer would contact a broker in California.

From Los Angeles Times

Among the most affordable options are accredited financial counselors and accredited financial coaches, who typically are well-versed in the money issues facing middle-class Americans.

From Los Angeles Times

Authorities say some of the accused in the money laundering case may be linked to family offices that were given tax incentives.

From BBC

Well, money isn't everything and incumbency always has an edge in the money game but it does seem odd that with Trump holding a slight lead in many of the polls he would be having trouble raising money while the Democrats are awash in cash.

From Salon

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