Meaning of the word "live the life of Riley" in English

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live the life of Riley

US /lɪv ðə laɪf əv ˈraɪli/
UK /lɪv ðə laɪf əv ˈraɪli/
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Idiom

to live a life of luxury, ease, and comfort, often without having to work or worry about money

Example:
After winning the lottery, he started to live the life of Riley, traveling the world and enjoying fine dining.
She inherited a fortune and now she's really living the life of Riley.