only in good times

/ˈoʊnli ɪn ɡʊd taɪmz/

during favorable circumstances

The company's profits only appear in good times.

The company's profits only occur when conditions are favorable.

general

During periods of prosperity or favorable conditions, not during difficulties

His generosity only shows in good times.

He is generous only when things are going well.

This strategy only works in good times.

This approach is effective only during prosperous periods.

This phrase emphasizes that something happens exclusively during positive circumstances, implying it may not occur during hardships.

Collocations

only in good timesexclusively during favorable conditions

consistently, regardless of circumstances

Use this phrase to emphasize inconsistency by contrasting it with 'in good and bad times'.

This phrase can sound negative if used too frequently, as it implies lack of resilience.

A literal phrase combining 'only' with 'good times' to describe exclusivity to positive circumstances.

This phrase is often used to criticize or highlight inconsistency, as it suggests something is absent during difficulties.

only

exclusively

adverb

in good times

during prosperous or favorable periods

noun phrase

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