cry all the way to the bank en · VERB
Pronunciation
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Meanings
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(idiomatic) To be happy due to the receipt of money, but sad about the cause.
When his rich aunt died, he was crying all the way to the bank.
- (idiomatic) To be unconcerned with criticism due to financial success.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| cries all the way to the bank | Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres | lexicographic | |
| cried all the way to the bank | Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| cried all the way to the bank | Tense=Past | lexicographic | |
| crying all the way to the bank | Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic |