cry all the way to the bank

Verb

Meaning

(idiomatic) To be happy due to the receipt of money, but sad about the cause.
When his rich aunt died, he was crying all the way to the bank.

(idiomatic) To be unconcerned with criticism due to financial success.

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Examples

When the reviews are bad I tell my staff that they can join me as I cry all the way to the bank. Liberace

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