“Easy come, easy go”

Definition

Something gained easily can be lost easily.

Examples

Examples

“He spent the bonus quickly — easy come, easy go.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Easy come, easy go" mean?
"Easy come, easy go" means something gained easily can be lost easily..
How do you use "Easy come, easy go" in a sentence?
Example: "He spent the bonus quickly — easy come, easy go."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Easy come, easy go"?
Легко пришло — легко ушло. / Հեշտությամբ ձեռք բերածը հեշտությամբ էլ կարող է կորչել։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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