Monday, July 12, 2010

Making a Killing

Figuratively, "making a killing" is to make a great deal of money - so much that one would think you killed someone for it. It is used as a boast in American culture, in a positive way. Ex.: "How Buffett Made A Killing On Chocolate" (an article headline) This refers to Warren Buffett, famous billionaire investor.

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