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Nest egg
What is the origin of the idiom "nest egg" and when to use it?
The idiom "nest egg" originated from the practice of placing an egg in a bird's nest to encourage more egg-laying. It refers to a sum of money or savings reserved for a specific purpose, often for retirement or financial security.
Example
They used their bonuses as a nest egg for a down payment on a house.
The company encourages employees to invest in a retirement plan for their nest egg.
She saved diligently to build a substantial nest egg for her retirement.
She deposited her paycheck into her savings account to start building her nest egg.
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