sitting pretty
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The extra money is nice, though many of these stars are already sitting pretty.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
If you retire, that raises another issue: You’re sitting pretty in retirement while your husband works.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 16, 2026
Shareholders of those companies are sitting pretty on their gains, but those looking to put new money to work should look elsewhere.
From Barron's ● Apr. 30, 2026
Regis le Bris' side, the pre-season relegation favourites, have surpassed all expectations on their return to the Premier League and are sitting pretty in the European places for now.
From BBC ● Nov. 8, 2025
“Seriously, though, in a few weeks spring will be here for real, and those daffs will be sitting pretty, just like your dad likes.”
From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper
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