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Easy come, easy go

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Easy come easy go means that things gained without much effort are often lost just as easily. It is often used when talking about money or possessions that do not stay long.

The saying has been used in English since the 1500s. The idea is that things which arrive easily are often not valued or protected carefully.

He spent the lottery winnings quickly, saying easy come easy go.