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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
n
Slang a job requiring comparatively little work for good pay, benefits, etc.
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Noun1.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
gravy train n to ride the gravy train (esp Am) (fam) → aver trovato la cuccagna


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