line one's pockets

ریشه

The word 'line' comes from Middle English 'line', from Old English 'līne', meaning 'rope, series, row'. 'Pocket' comes from Middle English 'poket', meaning 'small bag'.

مثال

• The corrupt politician was lining his pockets with public funds.
• He used his position to line his pockets with kickbacks.
• The CEO was caught lining his pockets through embezzlement.