be quids in

slang To be able to profit or gain from something. ("Quid" is a slang term for the British pound.) Primarily heard in UK. We'll be quids in if that company buys our software!

be quids in

be in a position where you have profited or are likely to profit from something. British informal

Quids is only found in this phrase, the normal plural being quid .

See also: quid

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So Newcastle could be quids in whenever Shepherd and Co get a mauling from disgruntled supporters who bombard the airwaves or just ring each other to gripe about their beloved club.

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be quiescent
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