deep pockets
Americanplural noun
Etymology
Origin of deep pockets
First recorded in 1975–80
Example Sentences
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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
Industry insiders say they suspect Chung is betting that a single player with deep pockets can amass a big enough fleet to push up freight prices by holding back some tankers from the market.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 2, 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
She nodded as she put her hands into the deep pockets of the yellow-cotton coat all the hotel employees had to wear.
From "Lupita Mañana" by Patricia Beatty
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