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while the getting is good
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before the opportunity to do or achieve something passes
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Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "while the getting is good" and when to use it?
The phrase "while the getting is good" is an idiom used to suggest that one should take advantage of a favorable situation or opportunity at the present moment because it may not last. The origin of this phrase is not precisely documented, but it reflects the idea of making the most of a situation when circumstances are in one's favor.
Example
I could see that the market bubble was set to burst anytime, so I topped out while the getting was good.
There are some reports that the market is about to take a dive, so I reckon we should get while the getting is good.
Let's invest in the stock market while the getting is good; the market is performing well.
