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DROP IN THE BUCKET

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Drop In The Bucket.

Drop In The Bucket - as a noun

An effort or action having very little overall influence, especially as compared to a huge problem.

Example: "A $100 donation from an individual is generous, but it is a drop in the bucket compared to the $500,000 fundraising goal."

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
drop in the ocean

Example Sentences

"Donating $1 to a charity is just a drop in the bucket towards their goal of $1 million."
"Reducing your energy consumption by a small amount is just a drop in the bucket compared to the global energy crisis."
"The money raised from the bake sale is just a drop in the bucket for funding the new school gym."
"My daily savings are just a drop in the bucket when it comes to buying a new car."
"Adding a few extra seats to the auditorium is just a drop in the bucket considering the demand for tickets."
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