English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "that's how they've been getting their money" Mean?
Learn what "that's how they've been getting their money" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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That's how they've been getting their money.
This means the speaker is explaining the method by which someone has been earning money.
From Under Her Control, Episode 0
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone explains how a group makes money.
Usage Scenario
Use it when explaining a business, scam, or income method. It is neutral but vague without more context, so it is not ideal as a standalone phrase page.
Better ways to say it
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That's how they've been getting their money.
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That's how they make their money.
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That's how they've been making money.
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