a little
Idioms-
A small amount, as in Will you have some more meat? Yes, just a little . [Early 1400s]
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Somewhat or rather, slightly, as in I am a little annoyed with Harry . [Late 1300s] For a synonym, see a bit .
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The soups are the foundation, but the toppings are where the evening can become a little playful.
From Salon ● Oct. 20, 2026
“Obviously, it’s gotten a little bit more challenging with this additional inflation that we’ve seen,” finance chief Paul Jacobson said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 20, 2026
“Adding just a little bit of theatricality and sparkle helps create an invitation of suspension of disbelief,” she says.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 20, 2026
The idea isn’t to make three versions of roughly the same thing, but to offer a little variety in texture, flavor and heft.
From Salon ● Oct. 20, 2026
However, he’d just been quite rude to the badgering badger and felt a little penitent.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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