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drop in the ocean

NOUN

drop in the bucket

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bit trivial amount

STRONG

pittance small amount small change small potatoes small quantity

WEAK

Band-Aid cosmetic measure disappointment lick and a promise miniscule amount not enough speck spit in the sea too little too late trifle

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Of course, it has turned into much more than that with various clauses but it is still a drop in the ocean compared to many modern transfers.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

That $200 might seem like a drop in the ocean, given that you will soon be inheriting $400,000, especially given the time and effort involved, but it may keep you busy and engaged.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

He also detailed a list of other assets she allegedly owned, saying this was just a "drop in the ocean".

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

In 5, 10 or 15 years, the $135,000 you spent renovating the house and the extra $15,000 you spent buying it will be a drop in the ocean.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 10, 2025

Your little thousand would have been but a drop in the ocean, and would have lasted only a few days.

From The Bread Line A Story of a Paper by Paine, Albert Bigelow

drop in the ocean

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