Not worth a hill of beans
The phrase "not worth a hill of beans" is an idiomatic expression used to convey that something or someone is considered insignificant, worthless, or of no value. It suggests that the particular thing being discussed is of little importance or impact, akin to a hill of beans, which holds little worth or significance in comparison to other more valuable items or situations.
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