strike it rich
phrase
: to become rich usually suddenly
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Big airport jackpots aren't unheard of While a multimillion-dollar airport jackpot is rare, Harry Reid International Airport has seen several other travelers strike it rich before boarding their flights.
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Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
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Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
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“Strike it rich.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strike%20it%20rich. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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