milk run

noun

Meaning

A routine trip, especially one involving several stops
(logistics) The collection of mixed loads from multiple fixed sources on a regular basis.
An uneventful mission, especially a military sortie completed without incident
A campaign for a political office whose main apparent purpose is to "milk" money from supporters in order to provide a source of income for the candidate, campaign staff, and family members.

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Related words

milk round(English)milk train(English)milk truck(English)trip working(English)milkery(English)linehaul(English)milk factory(English)milk float(English)

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