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/Sounds like "ehm" (as in "egg") + "bohl" (as in "boat") + "SAHR" (as in "salsa")/

Meaning

To pocket money or keep the profits from something, often in a shady or questionable way. It implies someone took money that wasn't entirely theirs to take.

Examples

He pocketed all the raffle money and didn't share with anyone.

The government pockets taxes and you never see the results.

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Regional synonyms

A fermented corn drink with centuries of history in the Andes, one of the most important cultural symbols of the region. Chicha is not just a beverage: it has been offered at rituals, harvests, and festivals for thousands of years across Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, and Colombia, and its recipe varies by region and occasion.