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Bucket list

What does "Bucket list" mean?

A list of things you plan to do before you 'kick the bucket' (die). Often a list of fanciful ideas rather than of concrete plans.

Bucket list

USA, late 20th century - popularized by the title of the film The Bucket List (2007).

Meaning A list of things you plan to do before you 'kick the bucket' (die). Often a list of fanciful ideas rather than of concrete plans.

Usage Worldwide.

Example

  • I've always wanted to go to Japan. I guess I'll add that to my bucket list.

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