strike gold
The phrase "strike gold" originates from the literal act of finding gold and is now commonly used to describe achieving great success, often unexpectedly.
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Definition
B2General
(idiomatic, informal)To achieve great success, often unexpectedly or by chance.
Example
- They struck gold with their new business venture.
B2Mining
(literal)To find gold, typically in a mine.
Example
- During the gold rush, many prospectors hoped to strike gold.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "strike gold":
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