Used to describe a theory in economics where wealth spreads from the rich to the poor.

Economic Idea

Highlights the uncertainty of wealth actually reaching lower-income groups.

Not Guaranteed

This term is frequently criticized, people doubt its effectiveness in practice.

Describes a liquid moving slowly in small amounts. Creates a visual image.

Suggests the movement is not all at once but happens slowly and steadily.

Used when information is passed down slowly through various levels of a group.

Implies information is not revealed immediately or to everyone at once.

The phrase often indicates a structured system where information descends from higher ranks.