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license to print money
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a commercial activity that enables its participants to become rich without making much effort
Dialect
American
American
Idiom
What is the origin of the idiom "license to print money" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "license to print money" can be traced back to the early 20th century, and it is often attributed to the field of finance and banking. It is used to describe a situation or opportunity that allows someone to make an enormous amount of money with little effort or risk.
Examples
Owning parking lots near the stadium is a license to print money.
