serious money

Example Sentences

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Local governments can therefore collect serious money but with relatively little obligation to provide services in return.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

For the average person, choosing an retro game won't break the bank, but Gemma has spent serious money, and owns a number of rare and valuable collector's items.

From BBC • Jul. 12, 2025

Hunt’s character takes out her rage on the pickleball court, where she slaps around people like Jimmy and bets serious money on her games.

From Salon • May 31, 2024

The smaller lineup and reduced number of Park City theaters suggested that the rumors about the festival having some serious money issues were true.

From New York Times • Jan. 26, 2024

On top of his other troubles, Jackson had serious money problems.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis