Definition
Something is better than nothing: those who can't provide for themselves should accept whatever help is available.
In Context
- "Mo went online and found me a beggars-can't-be-choosers flight out of Denver: a 5.45 a.m. takeoff, a three-hour layover at O'Hare. I'd land in Hartford by late afternoon. "I'll be fine," I said. "Drink a lot of coffee, drive right from school to the airport. I can crash once I get on the plane." She frowned. "Okay, let me rephrase that. I can sleep once I get on the plane.""
Also Said As
- something is better than nothing
- half a loaf is better than none
- don't look a gift horse in the mouth
- satisfactory