strike it rich

Idioms and Phrases

Also, strike oil or strike it lucky . Experience sudden financial success, as in He never dreamed that he'd strike it rich this soon , or They really struck oil with that investment , or One of these days we'll strike it lucky . The first of these idioms originated in mining, where it referred to finding a rich mineral deposit. [ Colloquial ; second half of 1800s]

Example Sentences

“Diamond hunting will remain a part of my life and I am not going anywhere until I strike it rich,” he said.

From BBC

Now the 49ers hope to strike it rich in Sin City by winning the NFL's biggest prize, and coach Kyle Shanahan has a strong hand as they take on defending champions Kansas City.

From BBC

Braggadocio from start-ups is de rigueur, and plenty of ex-academics have started biotechnology companies, hoping to strike it rich on their one big discovery.

From New York Times

Unfortunately, many individuals who strike it rich end up losing all of their jackpot due to poor money management, scammers or friends and relatives who seem to show up out of nowhere.

From Encyclopedia.com

“No one is necessarily going to strike it rich working in the government,” said Chris Kuang, co-founder of the U.S.

From Seattle Times

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