Phrasal Verb 'Trickle'
We have 2 phrasal verb definitions related to 'Trickle'.
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Trickle down
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Meaning: Pass benefits from economic expansion through the economy to the less fortunate
Example: Despite the economic boom, few benefits have TRICKLED DOWN to the poor.
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Trickle up
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Meaning: When financial benefits given to poor people or small businesses pass on to the wealthy
Example: The government grants to the poor are TRICKLING UP to the big banks.