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gravy train
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gravy train
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gravy train
noun
plural
gravy trains
gravy train
noun
plural
gravy trains
Learner's definition of GRAVY TRAIN
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informal
:
something (such as a business or a government program) that provides money to many people without requiring much work or effort
They're trying to get on board the
gravy train
.
ride the
gravy train
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