But beans are used to describe something of very little value in the expression, not worth a hill of beans.

VOA: special.2010.01.31

But today at the shelter, there is one very little dog with a big job ahead of her.

VOA: special.2009.12.11

Our first story begins with a very old photograph that was made in the little town of Pecos,Texas.

VOA: special.2010.03.17

"I think Dubai went a little bit too fast and they borrowed too much money in a very short period of time."

VOA: special.2009.12.04

They knew very little about getting over the rapid, rocky waters of the Colorado River.

VOA: special.2009.10.07

and fear for the family of a very frightening little girl.

VOA: special.2009.06.12

He says very little money has been given to the non-governmental agencies, which are important in the distribution of this aid.

VOA: standard.2009.08.07

"It's a little surprising, but I doubt it's going to go very far, mostly because of his age,"

VOA: standard.2009.10.30

"Until we change that perception, there is frankly very little chance of ending tolerance for terrorist groups.

VOA: standard.2009.05.04

and women love those kinds of things. It had this catchy little punch line, 'Giddy on up and giddy on out,' which is very representative of my sense of humor."

VOA: standard.2010.06.18