a little of something goes a long way
Only a small amount of something is usually required to produce a great effect.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“You only need a little salt, as a little of something goes a long way.”
“Be careful with that spicy sauce because a little of something goes a long way.”
“When using such a potent essential oil, remember that a little of something goes a long way in creating the desired atmosphere.”
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a little bird told me
I received the information from a source which I am not prepared to disclose.
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a little bit of bread and no cheese
Used to represent the song of the yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella).
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a little from column A, a little from column B
A combination of two factors or reasons.
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a week is a long time in politics
In politics, much change can occur in a short space of time.
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all the way to Egery and back
The long way; a roundabout route; a long distance to travel.
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anything goes
There are no rules or restrictions.
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as the day is long
Unceasingly; very; thoroughly; to a very high degree.
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balloon goes up
Something exciting, risky, or troublesome begins.
Last updated August 10, 2026