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"'''Gravy train'''" is an [[Idiom|idiomatic expression]] that is used to refer to any lucrative endeavor, generally with unearned benefits. For emphasis, one can describe the Gravy Train as having biscuit wheels.

The word "gravy" by itself was used prior to the invention of the phrase "gravy train" as an [[interjection]] of pleasure at something that's easy to do with a great reward, or as an adjective to describe such a situation<ref>[http://www.etymonline.com/index.php?term=gravy An etymology for the phrase]</ref>, similar to 'cushy'.  An easy task.

In politics, "gravy train" refers to political handouts, patronage, and other unearned freebies, since someone else foots the bill.  It is used to condemn thinly veiled vote-buying schemes; the "bread" half of [[bread and circuses]].

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also, biscuts are delicious.