paltry sum

Example Sentences

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But, so far, he has only raised a paltry sum for his campaign.

From Salon • May 30, 2024

He was a healthy scratch before the Avalanche called it and dealt him to Seattle on Dec. 15 for a fifth-round pick, a paltry sum compared to what he used to demand.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 24, 2023

A mere two days after America’s seventh billion-dollar jackpot was won in the Powerball drawing, Mega Millions players competed Friday for the paltry sum of $720 million.

From Washington Times • Jul. 21, 2023

To most people that’s a small fortune, but it’s a paltry sum when stacked against the Caruso expenditures, which have approached the price tag on his $100-million yacht.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 5, 2022

Many who saw her, most likely despised her offering; and thought that such a paltry sum was not worth giving.

From "Granny's Chapters" (on scriptural subjects) by Ross, Lady Mary