pocketing
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of pocketing
Example Sentences
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Several construction firm owners, government officials and politicians have been accused of pocketing funds from the projects, but this is the first time a sitting lawmaker was arrested over the scandal.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
Each case is eligible for up to $3 million, with attorneys pocketing between 33% and 45% in fees.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026
Market makers on prediction sites both buy and sell contracts, making money by pocketing the spread in prices between contracts.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026
The company posted more than $77 billion in total sales last year, pocketing roughly $2 billion in net profit.
From Barron's • Nov. 13, 2025
“What’s that?” said Moody calmly, folding up the map and pocketing it.
From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling
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