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Small fortune
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money in large amounts
Idiom
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Plural form
small fortunes
What is the origin of the idiom "small fortune" and when to use it?
The idiom "small fortune" has its origin in the late 18th century. It is derived from the concept of a "fortune," which refers to a large sum of money or wealth. It is used to describe a considerable or substantial amount of money, often in the context of an expense or cost that is surprisingly high or more than expected.
Examples
Repairing the roof cost a small fortune.
