small potatoes
Example Sentences
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That’s not small potatoes considering “these are the three largest economies in the world and this scenario would have material ramifications for the global economy,” the strategists write.
From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026
At the end of the day, some might see all these matters I’ve raised as small potatoes.
From Slate • May 22, 2025
In some ways, it’s small potatoes compared to what’s happening now.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2025
Too many small potatoes were swept up in the indictment.
From Salon • May 15, 2024
She shifted a can of pears, a shriveled carrot, and two small potatoes to one side.
From "Out of Darkness" by Ashley Hope Pérez
