lottery Powerball jackpot
Definition
The top prize in the Powerball lottery, a popular multi-state U.S. game where the jackpot accumulates over multiple draws if unclaimed, often reaching hundreds of millions or billions of dollars.
A massive, life-altering cash payout from the Powerball lottery draw, symbolizing the ultimate 'rags-to-riches' fantasy fueled by a $2 ticket.
Examples
After decades of playing the same numbers, Harold finally cracked the lottery Powerball jackpot and upgraded his flip phone to a smartwatch.
The lottery Powerball jackpot climbed to a billion dollars, prompting coworkers to pool their lunch money for tickets instead of sandwiches.
She stared at her ticket, whispering that the lottery Powerball jackpot was hers—until she realized she'd picked her dog's birthday instead of lucky numbers.
Winning the lottery Powerball jackpot sounded perfect until his accountant explained taxes would leave him just rich enough to afford better excuses for being late.