not amount to much

phrase

: to not consist of very much or of anything of importance

The evidence didn't amount to much.

Examples of not amount to much in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But sales did not amount to much compared with Columbia artists such as Bob Dylan, Barbra Streisand and Billy Joel. — Sam Whiting, San Francisco Chronicle, 15 Jan. 2026

One potential roadblock for Campbell’s plan is that even if college sports enjoyed the same protection as pro leagues, that protection might not amount to much and would probably be worth less every year. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 23 Sep. 2025

In the end, good intentions and an adequate setup do not amount to much. — Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 25 July 2025

People who nevertheless support Trump this time around often argue that his illiberal tendencies did not amount to much during his first term. — Jacob Sullum, Orange County Register, 31 Oct. 2024

Each increase by itself does not amount to much, but the cumulative effect is to add to the unaffordability of the region. — Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 23 June 2024

The visitors also blocked 27 shots, adding to the sense in the building that possession might not amount to much. — Josh Gross, Orange County Register, 1 Feb. 2024

Rhymes for not amount to much

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