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high-rolling

American  
[hahy-roh-ling] / ˈhaɪˈroʊ lɪŋ /

adjective

Informal.
  1. gambling, spending, or living extravagantly or recklessly.

    high-rolling gamblers; a high-rolling investor.


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The Spanish island wants to shed its reputation as a hot spot for British bachelor parties and thrifty package holidayers and transform into a luxury destination for high-rolling tourists like Americans.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 13, 2026

In recent years, Beijing has cracked down on high-rolling gamblers and their agents, once responsible for the majority of Macau’s casino revenue, forcing companies like Las Vegas Sands to pivot to mass-market customers.

From Barron's ● Jan. 29, 2026

The activists have been heavily criticised by city officials, who argue that such high-rolling visitors are an important source of income.

From BBC ● Jun. 24, 2025

Ethics Commission, Lee finally broke his silence, divulging details of the high-rolling trip and insisting that he paid for his share.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 12, 2025

The ear-splitting, chrome-encrusted Hog that Jann loaned me was a thrilling ride, and my high-rolling companions were friendly enough.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer

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