cash in on

What does "cash in on" mean?

To take advantage of a situation for gain

Examples

• The company cashed in on the demand for remote work tools.
• Several firms are trying to cash in on the AI trend.
• He cashed in on his early investment.
• Businesses cashed in on the shift to e-commerce.

How to use it

Can have a slightly negative connotation.

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Opposites

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