bucket

Example Sentences

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Mr. Watamanuk notes the popularity of Kangol bucket hats, Nike Air Jordans worn off the court, Air Force 1 sneakers and tracksuits from Sergio Tacchini in the mid-’90s.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

"It's a drop in the bucket compared to what this country needs. It means next to nothing," said Raul Pomares, a 56-year-old gardener waiting for a taxi in the capital.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

Austin Reaves had 24 points and put the Lakers ahead by one with 29.7 seconds left with a driving layup, bullying Daniss Jenkins toward the basket for a physical bucket.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

The medium-term bucket should hold between six months to five years of living expenses, while the long-term bucket is where most assets should sit.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 21, 2026

It’s like she poured a bucket of ice water over my head.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam