20 Things You Can Buy for $1
Have you ever had $1 to spend or just left over in your wallet? Or have you just ever wondered what you could buy for $1? Well here are 20 things that you can buy for $1.
It is true that $1 will not buy you a lot in the modern day but there are still a few things left that will only cost you $1. These are the suggestions and i hope you find a use for at least one of these for your $1.
1. A Lottery Ticket- Alright you might not get anything back, but as they say you have to be in it to win it.
2. Packet Of Microwavable Popcorn- Only one packet mind!
3. A Slice Of Pizza- Yes make that a small slice, as it certainly will not be very big.
4. An Apple- Have to have at least one healthy option. You may be able to get more than one.
5. Something From The Dollar Menu At McDonald’s- Probably a kiddie burger or a drink.
6. Ramen Noodles- Anything from one packet to three, depending where you go to get them.
7. Probably Anything From The Dollar Store- Take your pick really.
8. Bar Of Candy- Very tasty
9. Bottle Of Water- At least you can still buy the essentials for a dollar.
10. Can Of Soda- That’s if you don’t fancy water.
11. 1/3 Gallon Of Gas- If you are really desperate you could buy this much gas.
12. A Newspaper- we all need to read the news sometime or another.
13. A Spin At The Casino- You could double your money if you win.
14. A Quick Call In A Phone Booth- You might get a minute if you are lucky.
15. Packet Of TIc Tacs- If you need your breath fresher or just want some sweets.
16. Packet Of Chewing Gum- At least it might last longer than the rest on the list.
17. A Hot Dog At Some Stands- You’d have to search pretty high and low to be honest
18. A Go On A Teddy Machine- Yay you might win a teddy, if not you go home with nothing.
19. A Song From ITunes- Why not? And it’s legal
20. Buy A Gift card- That’s alright if the person has 20 friends that all buy $1.
But you know what, if you can’t find anything to spend it on, save it. If you did that for four weeks then you’d have $28.
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PARAM | Aug 15, 2010 | Reply
Nice one…
RSyed | Aug 15, 2010 | Reply
great share!
Also add bag of cheetos!
LoveDoctor | Aug 15, 2010 | Reply
A creative piece. A slice of pizza is a little more than a dollar in Florida though. lol.
Anuradha Ramkumar | Aug 15, 2010 | Reply
Excellent ideas. I think I would go for popcorn or apples.
Raj the Tora | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
good one
Jimmy Shilaho | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
This was another great entry, I would add e-books, some of them go for less than a dollar.
Tina Cassello | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
You can’t get much of these things in Chicago for $1.00 and you did not include tax. I do have a weakness for Dollar stores though. but it is pretty near impossible to come out spending only $1.00 unless that is all you had to take in with you.
Eunice Tan | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
There are many things in my country.
K Kristie | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
Nice list.
Inxxu | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
wow, nice… to have such many opportunities for only $1
Michal Dorcak | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
Nice ideas. Sadly, some of those things cost more than 1$ here in Slovakia (especially the gas, its about 1,2-1,4 euro per liter now …)
K64FUNNY | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
Very fine post
Christine Ramsay | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
Some good ideas here. In England we have the Pound Shop where I buy most of my toiletries and even items of food and stationary for a pound per item. The challenge can be fun too.
Christine
Heather Dawn | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
Good list. Alas, here in Canada, most of those items are over $1.00. Even our dollar stores sell things over $1.
flowerrose | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
That’s sound great. 1$ very difficult to buy anything.
Thanks for share cheer
Flowerrose
Likha | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
I think I’ll save mine. But thanks for this list. I think they’re smart choices.
Anj M | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
Nice list
Lwandaz Tale | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
Nice one!
BRENDAKSHELTON | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
Great work. I guess that list depends on where you live.
heidiefernandez | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
LOvely post Emmie
Kinga | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
Excellent ideas!
Marie Milton | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
hehehe…this article gave me the giggles
)…good idea for an article 
suhail | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
can you buy 100 cents on Triond ?
FaceOff | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
hehe, nice list
giftarist | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
Good to see this list. Nice share.
Masonlu | Aug 16, 2010 | Reply
thanks for sharing very interesting
wonder | Aug 17, 2010 | Reply
A useful list.
scheng1 | Aug 17, 2010 | Reply
A cup of instant coffee is also less than a dollar.
Melinda J | Aug 17, 2010 | Reply
Nice tips.
Uma Shankari | Aug 17, 2010 | Reply
The last was a catch-all. Quite entertaining!
CA Johnson | Aug 17, 2010 | Reply
This is a great list. Who knew there were so many things you could buy for one dollar. Thanks for sharing.
Ruby Hawk | Aug 17, 2010 | Reply
Wonderful, your best idea was the last one unless you are hungry.
PenNameNone | Aug 17, 2010 | Reply
Pretty nice article
Diverseblogger | Aug 17, 2010 | Reply
A very enjoyable read! Keep up the great work
Williams Interesting Articles | Aug 17, 2010 | Reply
Don’t ask why this article made me laugh, but it did.
Great list!
I guess West Sussex has a place where you can buy a slice of pizza, because up here in Oldham (Manchester) all there is, is a pound shop lol!
Silent Wasp | Aug 17, 2010 | Reply
This was an awesome article, and it DID make me chuckle!
You never fail to entertain Emma 
The SMS Man | Aug 18, 2010 | Reply
Nice list….
It made me laugh definitely!
Great one!
Sweety | Aug 18, 2010 | Reply
Good list.
Jane Campbell | Aug 18, 2010 | Reply
EXCELLENT article!! It was quite innovative and entertaining. One never dissects what items can actually be purchased for a $1.00. Once you have the facts in front of you, it makes one’s life a lot easier!!
drelayaraja | Aug 18, 2010 | Reply
Very interesting… Now the importance of the dollars from Triond earnings is more…
JoJoGal | Aug 19, 2010 | Reply
What a great idea for an article! You are very creative!
Diamond Channing | Aug 20, 2010 | Reply
Excellent idea with very creative items. Nice work!
Kathleen Murphy | Aug 22, 2010 | Reply
Great ideas! You can actually have a decent lunch for $3.
JamesTwelch | Aug 24, 2010 | Reply
Nice article!
Wiggles18 | Aug 27, 2010 | Reply
Now I really feel like a hot dog…
Emmie | Sep 6, 2010 | Reply
Hey everyone
Thank you all for reading and commenting.
Emmie
Magic Quill | Sep 13, 2010 | Reply
ooh what shall i spend my triond earnings on ?