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Region: General | Usage example: Her experience is money in the bank for the campaign

Money in the bank

Meaning

Something reliable or guaranteed

Usage

Used when referencing secure assets

Origin & History

Origin notes can vary by region and source; this page gives the commonly reported explanation and usage context.

Financial metaphor of secured funds

Used in business speak since the 20th century

Related Idioms

Bank on it

Depend on something with confidence

You can bank on it

Trust that something will happen.

Break the bank

Spend all of one's money or exceed budget.

More Idioms

Break the ice

To do or say something to relieve tension or get conversation going in a social situation.

Cut to the chase

Skip ahead to the most important or exciting part of something.

The ball is in your court

It is now your turn to take action or make a decision.

Throw in the towel

To concede defeat or admit a struggle isn't worth continuing.