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Definition |
something obtained easily can be lost just as easily |
Examples |
1) Easy come, easy go is like a sand
castle built on the beach. 2) He won the lottery; however, because he
spent all the money so quickly, it was easy
come, easy go. |
Etymology |
The phrase likely originated in the 17th century and reflects the idea
that things acquired without effort are easily lost. |
Synonyms |
Fleeting gains, fleeting losses; Here today, gone tomorrow |
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