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bucket list

idiom

A list of tasks arising during a meeting that are put aside to be dealt with later.


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  1. 01

    bolt bucket

    A machine, especially an automobile. Implies that the machine is clunky or unreliable.

  2. 02

    brain bucket

    A protective helmet, as worn, for example, by a motorcyclist, bicyclist, or soldier in combat.

  3. 03

    bucket down

    To rain heavily.

  4. 04

    bucket of bolts

    A piece of machinery that is not worth more than its scrap value, often an old car.

  5. 05

    bucket of rust

    Synonym of rustbucket.

  6. 06

    bucket of syrup

    A sticky, difficult situation.

  7. 07

    can't carry a tune in a bucket

    Sings very badly.

  8. 08

    clout list

    A usually secret list containing the names of people who are to be given special access, benefits, or influence in a political or social situation, especially as a result of having personal, professional, or financial relationships with those in authority.

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