Make a fast/quick buck
verb phrase
To earn money quickly and easily, often through dishonest or unethical methods.
He always tries to make a quick buck from the misfortune of others.
Often appears as...
- make a quick buck
- make a fast buck
Usage tips
Informal
Idiomatic
verb phrase
To earn money in a short time, without regard to the quality of work or product.
They just want to make a quick buck without caring about the end result.
Often appears as...
- make a quick buck
- make a fast buck
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
verb phrase
To earn money quickly and easily, often through dishonest or unethical methods.
He always tries to make a quick buck from the misfortune of others.
Often appears as...
- make a quick buck
- make a fast buck
Usage tips
Informal
Idiomatic
verb phrase
To earn money in a short time, without regard to the quality of work or product.
They just want to make a quick buck without caring about the end result.
Often appears as...
- make a quick buck
- make a fast buck
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
This phrase often suggests unethical or dishonest behavior to make money quickly.
Some companies in the crisis aimed to make a fast buck.
Pro Tip 2/3Not For Professionals
Professionals are unlikely to use this phrase as it could hurt their reputation.
As a lawyer, I avoid any client who's just looking to make a quick buck.
Pro Tip 3/3Colloquial Use
Used informally, not in official or business contexts due to its negative undertones.
He's known for making a quick buck during his travels.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
This phrase often suggests unethical or dishonest behavior to make money quickly.
Some companies in the crisis aimed to make a fast buck.
Pro Tip 2/3Not For Professionals
Professionals are unlikely to use this phrase as it could hurt their reputation.
As a lawyer, I avoid any client who's just looking to make a quick buck.
Pro Tip 3/3Colloquial Use
Used informally, not in official or business contexts due to its negative undertones.
He's known for making a quick buck during his travels.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
This phrase often suggests unethical or dishonest behavior to make money quickly.
Some companies in the crisis aimed to make a fast buck.
Pro Tip 2/3Not For Professionals
Professionals are unlikely to use this phrase as it could hurt their reputation.
As a lawyer, I avoid any client who's just looking to make a quick buck.
Pro Tip 3/3Colloquial Use
Used informally, not in official or business contexts due to its negative undertones.
He's known for making a quick buck during his travels.
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