B2idiominformalbusinessIELTS-friendly
cash in on something
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to make money or gain an advantage from a situation, often unfairly
Often slightly negative, suggesting people take advantage. Without 'on', 'cash in' can mean exchange chips or a policy for money.
In context
Shops near the stadium cashed in on the final by selling flags and shirts.
Some brands are cashing in on the trend without caring about the environment.
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- a bottlenecka point where progress slows because too much has to pass through it
- a deal breakera fact or condition that makes you refuse to accept an agreement
- a dog-eat-dog worlda situation where people compete hard and will harm others to succeed