as in haves
a wealthy person
argued that the deep pockets will benefit most from the tax cuts
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Recent Examples of deep pockets
The Dodgers are not the only organization in MLB with deep pockets.
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Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 18 Jan. 2026
The nonprofit, which recently developed Orlando’s Packing District and has deep pockets, could bring transformative development to the 117 acres that fronts Interstate 4 and serves as a gateway to the town.
—Steven Walker, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Jan. 2026
Because of their deep pockets in savings, Yardeni expects boomers to keep up their spending well into retirement.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 12 Jan. 2026
The soft, stretchy pants boast deep pockets for holding your phone, wallet, and favorite plane snacks, while the form-fitting long-sleeve top is even versatile enough to be worn with jeans, trousers, or any other pants in your suitcase.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 29 Dec. 2025
Need deep pockets or European sizes?
—Nora Taylor, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2025
Due to the inevitable cost overruns, ultra-deep pockets would be needed.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Dec. 2025
Most are in the hands of denim enthusiasts and denim collectors with deep pockets.
—Mohsin Sajid, Sourcing Journal, 16 Dec. 2025
Given deep pockets, don’t be surprised to see an Apollo, Blackstone or other firm in the mix.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 8 Nov. 2025
Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 18 Jan. 2026
The nonprofit, which recently developed Orlando’s Packing District and has deep pockets, could bring transformative development to the 117 acres that fronts Interstate 4 and serves as a gateway to the town.
—Steven Walker, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Jan. 2026
Because of their deep pockets in savings, Yardeni expects boomers to keep up their spending well into retirement.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 12 Jan. 2026
The soft, stretchy pants boast deep pockets for holding your phone, wallet, and favorite plane snacks, while the form-fitting long-sleeve top is even versatile enough to be worn with jeans, trousers, or any other pants in your suitcase.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 29 Dec. 2025
Need deep pockets or European sizes?
—Nora Taylor, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2025
Due to the inevitable cost overruns, ultra-deep pockets would be needed.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Dec. 2025
Most are in the hands of denim enthusiasts and denim collectors with deep pockets.
—Mohsin Sajid, Sourcing Journal, 16 Dec. 2025
Given deep pockets, don’t be surprised to see an Apollo, Blackstone or other firm in the mix.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 8 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deep pockets
Noun
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The term, popularized by the economist Peter Atwater, refers to the growing split, starting in 2020, between haves and the have-nots.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
21 Jan. 2026
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Most studies define the middle class relative to the national median, which makes the dividing line between haves and have-nots rise automatically as the country gets richer.—
Veronique De Rugy,
Oc Register,
17 Jan. 2026
Noun
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And, as opposed to Bankman-Fried and countless other crypto founders, Yan and his team decided to eschew raising money from venture capitalists.—
Ben Weiss,
Fortune,
12 Jan. 2026
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Four entrepreneurs and venture capitalists in their 40s and 50s offer commentary on the day’s tech news, markets, and—increasingly—politics.—
Julia Black,
Vanity Fair,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Deep pockets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deep%20pockets. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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