ˈsmärt-ˈmə-nē 
-ˌmə-nē
1
: money ventured by one having inside information or much experience
2
: well-informed bettors or speculators
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Nerdwallet, Hartford Courant, 23 Jan. 2024
As of now, the smart money is on the U.S. side, which has far more wealth and military assets than China does and better prospects for future growth.
—Michael Beckley, Foreign Affairs, 14 Feb. 2022
Meanwhile, smart money's on former Real Housewives of New York's Dorinda Medley.
—Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 5 June 2024
Advertisement The smart money knows better: There are real stakes that will directly impact Americans’ lives.
—David Lauter, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2024
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Noun
Make smart money moves Look through debit and credit card statements and eliminate unnecessary expenses, and switch to cheaper alternatives.
—Nerdwallet, Hartford Courant, 23 Jan. 2024
As of now, the smart money is on the U.S. side, which has far more wealth and military assets than China does and better prospects for future growth.
—Michael Beckley, Foreign Affairs, 14 Feb. 2022
Meanwhile, smart money's on former Real Housewives of New York's Dorinda Medley.
—Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 5 June 2024
Advertisement The smart money knows better: There are real stakes that will directly impact Americans’ lives.
—David Lauter, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2024
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“Smart money.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/smart%20money. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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