a fast (or quick) buck

a fast (or quick) buck

Meaning

• earn money quickly and often in a way that is not honest or normal

Example Sentences

1. Jack trying to make a fast buck by selling burgers in a busy street.
2. She never likes to make a quick buck with dishonesty. I like her.
3. You can't make a fast buck for so long using scams.

Synonyms | Variants

• a quick buck