Hit the jackpot.
/hɪt ðə ˈdʒækˌpɑt/
Hit the jackpot.
/hɪt ðə ˈdʒækˌpɑt/
To hit the jackpot doesn't just mean to win money in a casino; it's used broadly to refer to any situation where someone gains a substantial benefit, especially if it's somewhat unexpected. It's like being in the right place at the right time and winning big, making all your dreams come true at once.
Tom hit the jackpot when he found that rare baseball card at a yard sale.
Tom was extremely fortunate when he discovered the rare baseball card at a yard sale.
Sally felt like she hit the jackpot when she got promoted unexpectedly.
Sally felt incredibly lucky when she unexpectedly got promoted.
Winning the lottery was like hitting the jackpot; suddenly, Mike had more money than he ever dreamed of.
Winning the lottery was an exceptionally fortunate event for Mike; he suddenly had an abundance of money.