a bit
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A small amount of anything; also, a short period of time. For example, Here's a bit of wrapping paper , or It'll be ready in a bit , or Just wait a bit . [c. 1600]
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Somewhat or rather, as in It stings a bit , or Will you have a bit more to eat? [Second half of 1600s] Also see bit by bit ; not a bit .
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“This weekend I did feel a bit more tense,” Antonelli said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 2, 2026
The second one can be a bit of an extra abstraction for people.
From Salon ● Nov. 2, 2026
"If Isak maybe makes a bit more of it. I hate to see players exaggerate, but he's going to score. It's a big moment in the game."
From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2026
As of Friday, the stock was trading at around $345, a bit off recent highs.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 1, 2026
His eyes go soft and, I’m pretty sure, a bit damp, but he looks away from me.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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