Make/lose money hand over fist

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Earning or losing money very quickly and in large amounts.

The company was making money hand over fist after launching its new product.
Visual representation of "make/lose money hand over fist" - Earning or losing money very quickly and in large amounts

Often appears as...

  • making money hand over fist
  • losing money hand over fist

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Colloquial

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Figurative Meaning

Understand this phrase is an exaggeration and isn't about physical movement or hands.

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Since the product launch, we're making money hand over fist!
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Colloquial Use

It's common in casual conversation, not formal writing.

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Ever since joining that business, he’s been losing money hand over fist.
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Emotional Connotation

Often shows excitement or concern about the financial change.

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Their startup began making money hand over fist, and they were thrilled.
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