easy street
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Puzzle #142 · October 21, 2025
Being on ‘easy street’ means being in a state of financial comfort or security. The first use, in the last 1800's, was in sports where a team found winning easy. --WordHistories.net
Other street phrases include main street and high street.
Other street phrases include main street and high street.
Puzzle Appearances
The expression easy street has appeared in 2 puzzles:
- Puzzle #142 on October 21, 2025
- Puzzle #228 on January 15, 2026
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