paydirt
noun[U]
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informal
to do,find, or get something that will make a lot ofmoney:
They arehopingtohitpaydirt with the newreleaseof thesoftware.
Examplesofpaydirt
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Conflict issues include choppy seas, poor underwater visibility, inconsistent fuel delivery, personnel issues, mining location rights, sufficientpaydirtdiscovery, diver safety, and ocean-damaging equipment failures.
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