We've found 4 phrases for bud (0.116 seconds):

box-office bomb »    A motion picture that generates relatively low revenue at the box office, especially that which is less than the budget for the motion picture.

nip in the bud »    To remove a bud from a plant to prevent flower and fruit from forming.

nip in the bud »    To stop something at an early stage.

on a shoestring »    On a very tight budget; with few resources or little money.

BTW, Why won't you become an editor?