Gold Idioms
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kill the goose that lays the golden egg
Meaning: to destroy something that is profitable to you mostly because of greed.
Example: By selling off his business, Alex killed the goose that lays the golden egg. Read more ➺
a golden key can open any door
Meaning: The prospect of receiving money will end up in getting any task accomplished.
Example: You should tip the reception staff to get a table sooner because a golden key can open any doors. Read more ➺
Meaning: A decisive test that proves the true value, quality, or success of something.
Example: The first public launch became the acid test, revealing whether the product could survive in the market. Read more ➺
