deep pockets
Americanplural noun
Etymology
Origin of deep pockets
First recorded in 1975–80
Example Sentences
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Chinese brands with deep pockets are creatively moving in.
From Salon ● Aug. 9, 2026
But perhaps CXMT, bolstered by the deep pockets of Hefei’s municipal-investment arm, would be able to accomplish what GigaDevice couldn’t.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 18, 2026
But supporters face strong opposition from billionaires with deep pockets.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 18, 2026
What’s Next: Quantinuum has had ample time to refine its flagship trapped-ion technology, supported by a parent with deep pockets.
From Barron's ● Jun. 4, 2026
One by one, several balls vanished into the table’s deep pockets.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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