loose change

Definitions

1. Synonym of small change (“coins in the pocket, ready to spend”).
   colloquial, uncountable
2. Synonym of small change (“insignificant amount of money”).
   colloquial, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“I had a bit of cash on me, but no loose change⟳.”

“The cost⟳ of an opulent wedding is loose change⟳ to a millionaire.”

“"For Haughley Junction, we are talking of rising cost⟳ estimates from £15m to £30m - that's loose change⟳ in rail terms. [...].”

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