small change
The phrase "small change" can refer to low-value coins or signify something of minor importance or consequence.
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Definition
A2Everyday Transactions
(common)Coins of low value, such as pennies or nickels.
Example
- I need some small change for the vending machine.
- He emptied his pockets and found only small change.
B1Finance
(idiomatic)A minor or insignificant amount of money.
Example
- The tip he left was just small change.
- Compared to the overall budget, this expense is small change.
B2General
(idiomatic)Something or someone of little importance or value.
Example
- In the grand scheme of things, his contribution was small change.
- She dismissed the issue as small change.
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