deep pockets

American  

plural noun

1. an abundance of money or wealth.

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Etymology

Origin of deep pockets

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

Now an array of deep pockets, from old-guard families to Google and OpenAI, are on board.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

The jacket from the 1984 cult classic "The Terminator" will require similarly deep pockets, with a price estimate of $75,000 to $150,000.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

The Indian government budget of $1.2bn for this project pales into comparison of the deep pockets of the multi-billion dollar corporations.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

SpaceX will need to find someone with deep pockets to finance Musk’s vision.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 3, 2026

As Kira agonized, her hands pushed their way into the deep pockets of her woven shift.

From "Gathering Blue" by Lois Lowry