well-heeled
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of well-heeled
First recorded in 1895–1900
Example Sentences
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The moves, and the chatter among expatriates about possibly leaving Saudi Arabia, have stirred resentment among some Saudis who feel well-heeled foreigners have not stuck by their side.
From Barron's ● Oct. 19, 2026
Walliser said the company’s well-heeled customers often had multiple cars, including an EV from another brand.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 23, 2026
After the dozens of well-heeled guests in attendance tucked into New York strip steaks and carrot cake, Kielpinski called on them to open their wallets and donate.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026
Even his working-class credentials came under attack; the scion of a well-heeled family, Platner attended boarding school and got $200,000 from his dad to buy a house.
From Slate ● Jul. 7, 2026
The staffs living standards would improve in time, but not until the appearance on the scene of an especially well-heeled patron, the United States government.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
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