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Hit the jackpot

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Casual Expression

Used in informal conversations and often involves luck in gambling or lotteries.

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When he won the poker tournament, he said he'd finally hit the jackpot.
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Unexpected Windfall

Implies a large amount of money won or received unexpectedly and easily.

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After investing in stocks on a whim, I hit the jackpot when their value soared.
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Not Literal

Can be used metaphorically, not just for actual money wins.

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Our team hit the jackpot with that unexpected sponsorship deal.
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