gravy train

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gravy train

n. Slang

An occupation or other source of income that requires little effort while yielding considerable profit.

gravy train

Slang a job requiring comparatively little work for good pay, benefits, etc.

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Noun

gravy train - income obtained with a minimum of effort

easy money

income - the financial gain (earned or unearned) accruing over a given period of time

Translations

gravy train n to ride the gravy train (esp Am) (fam) → aver trovato la cuccagna

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