bucket

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How you react to it: When it comes time to replenish cash, if the downturn isn’t over, Rivera’s plan is to liquidate some of the investments that are set up in the “intermediate” bucket.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

“I’m going to travel to my entire bucket list,” she says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

“Especially a playoff game, the first playoff bucket is great for me, great for my confidence and how I approach the rest of the playoffs,” he added of his role in the win.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

But with a final heave of the digger bucket, a shower of gold was released from the soil.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

They had two beds, a table, and a bucket for use between trips to the bathroom.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin