small fortune

noun

: a surprisingly or unexpectedly large amount of money
They spent a small fortune on redecorating their house.

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Luckily, replacing them doesn’t have to cost a small fortune thanks to Walmart’s deals starting at $6. Shea Simmons, People.com, 16 Jan. 2025 Given the lack of an ideological core, each trend likely stems from everyday experiences – specifically, a world in which affordable health care can feel like a luxury, even as a select few are able to spend a small fortune on a handbag. Aarushi Bhandari, The Conversation, 9 Jan. 2025 Tiny tweaks can often make a world of difference and there’s no need to spend a small fortune, either. Varsha Patel, refinery29.com, 29 Dec. 2024 Hough’s cat Otis ate a bunch of crap not meant for feline consumption that ended up costing a small fortune to remove at the vet’s office. The Deadline Team, Deadline, 25 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for small fortune 

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“Small fortune.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/small%20fortune. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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