Used to describe someone generally having a lot of money, not specific to one event. After the inheritance, Emily was in the money.
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Change of Fortune
Highlights a change from less money to more, like a windfall or a profitable business deal. Once the patent was approved, they were in the money.
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Cultural Casual
Informal and usually used in casual conversations or in cultural contexts like songs and movies. The song lyrics talked about hitting the jackpot and being in the money.