get-rich-quick

get-rich-quick

(used as a modifier before a noun) Of or characterized by generating a large sum of money quickly and (typically) without requiring much effort or energy. Jenny's always coming up with some get-rich-quick scheme to lift us out of this dinky little town. Always be wary of anyone who tries to sell you some get-rich-quick idea—usually the only person getting rich is the salesman.
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • be in (someone's) bad books
  • be in/get into somebody's good/bad books
  • get into (someone's) bad books
  • be in someone's black books
  • be in (one's) black books
  • have (got) a knack for (something)
  • black-silk barge
  • the high life
  • get the hots for (someone)
  • in (someone's) black books
References in periodicals archive
And this is exactly what is happening now with the mandate of no less than President Rodrigo Duterte to the police and other law enforcement agencies as well as regulators to shut down operations of all instant investment firms that are alleged to be running fraudulent 'get-rich-quick' schemes.
Rough Cuts / Shifting the blame to the government
Get-rich-quick schemes like corruption and gambling are nefarious and corrode the moral fiber, work ethic, intellect and character of people, whether entrepreneurs or professionals.
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I call on parents and guardians to check their wards against get-rich-quick attitude and behaviour.
Atoyebi laments proliferation of churches
Scammers were quick to "quote" billionaires Majid Al Futtaim, Saif Al Ghurair, Abdullah Al Ghurair and others in a get-rich-quick scheme using these men's alleged secret to becoming rich.
Beware, Facebook scammers using UAE billionaires' names
It's too bad Matthew McConaughey already made a movie called "Fool's Gold," since the title would've been perfect for his latest--the wildly off-beat, partly true account of a born loser's improbably lucrative get-rich-quick scheme.
Gold
Lose the get-rich-quick mentality and pay more attention to every day living within one's means.
Plea for sense and self-responsibility
Karl says: "We've never deviated into any get-rich-quick schemes like some.
Welcome
Around 1959, while young and working at a research and development lab, some colleagues and I formed an investment club and turned $10 into $5 with our young get-rich-quick mindsets and approaches.
Investment clubs helpful
THE ANTITHESIS OF the get-rich-quick scheme, Get Rich Slowly (www.getrichslowly.org/blog) features sensible advice for consumers on an incredible number of personal finance topics.
Slow and steady
"We have to work on many levels to stop these get-rich-quick schemes, where people are digging for an illusion," Mansur Boreik, head of the Luxor antiquities department, told AFP.
10 die near Luxor while digging for ancient treasures
The only other get-rich-quick scheme I'm considering is to have everything I own on England to win Euro 2012 at 9-1.
Seeking inspiration in the sandwiches and savoury snacks section
Brits should realise that it is more of a lifestyle than a get-rich-quick destination, embrace it and it is far more satisfying than almost anything the UK has to offer.
Bulgarian property issues
Kuala Lumpur, June 4 (ANI): Many Indians in the Malaysian state of Penang have gone bankrupt after investing heavily in get-rich-quick schemes.
Malay Indians in Penang bankrupt after involvement in get rich quick schemes
Age Concern and North Tyneside Council have started a campaign to encourage residents to come forward if they receive bogus letters or emails, including fake lottery and prize draw wins, bogus psychic predictions and get-rich-quick investments.
Act on fraud