modest sum
Frequency: 6.03.5 per million words
Refers to a small and reasonable amount of money.
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- They offered a modest sum for the antique chair.
- The project was completed with a modest sum of funding.
- She donated a modest sum to the local animal shelter.
- He was happy to accept a modest sum for his consulting work.
- The initial investment was just a modest sum, but it grew over time.
- Despite the small profit, it was a modest sum that made a difference.
- The organization relies on donations, even a modest sum helps.
- He managed to save a modest sum each month from his salary.
- The prize money, though a modest sum, was greatly appreciated.
- For such a small task, a modest sum was considered fair compensation.