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bucket

[buhk-it] / ˈbʌk ɪt /
NOUN
container, often for liquids, with handle
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"Australia is for many of us a bucket list destination," the UK travel industry body tells us.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

By the time we packed up our tents and chairs, my brother had crossed Melville’s masterpiece off his bucket list.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026

And then you get to watch Paul throwing a bucket of slop at the reporters filming the above.

From Salon • Jun. 23, 2026

Call it a wish list, bucket list or checklist — the dashboard is all yours.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

I laid Ma’s head against my chest and pulled the bucket close, starting to sweat at once.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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