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line someone's pockets

idiom
Meaning

to make someone objectionable even more wealthy


Examples
SIMPLE

The corrupt manager tries to line his pockets with company money.

CONTEXTUAL

The new law seems designed only to line the pockets of wealthy business owners instead of helping the public.

COMPLEX

The investigation revealed that the politician had used his influence to line the pockets of his associates through several illegal government contracts.

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  3. 03

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Last updated July 12, 2026