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laugh all the way to the bank
/lˈaf ˈɔːl ðə wˈeɪ tə ðə bˈaŋk/
/lˈæf ˈɔːl ðə wˈeɪ tə ðə bˈæŋk/
to laugh all the way to the bank
[PHRASE]1
to gain significant wealth, often by doing something that is considered useless or foolish by many
What is the origin of the idiom "laugh all the way to the bank" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "laugh all the way to the bank" is not precisely known, but it likely originated in the mid-20th century. It is used to describe the feeling of great satisfaction or triumph one experiences when they have achieved significant financial gain or success.