get out while the getting's good
The phrase "get out while the getting's good" advises taking action to leave or sell something while conditions are still favorable.
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Definition
B2General
(colloquial, idiomatic)To exit a situation before it deteriorates.
Example
- With the company's future uncertain, he decided to get out while the getting's good.
B2Finance
(colloquial, idiomatic)To sell assets or investments while market conditions are still favorable.
Example
- Investors are advised to get out while the getting's good to avoid potential losses.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "get out while the getting's good":
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