a bit

Idioms  

1. 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]

2. 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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Example Sentences

The Spurs players will probably be relieved to be playing away after that, but Newcastle have found a bit of form in the past week so this is not an easy trip at all.

From BBC

“Now, we try to close people a bit faster,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal

"It will be a difficult game of course and naturally I wish him well. At least he's getting a side with a bit of confidence."

From BBC

So, I'm probably relying a bit on that.

From Barron's

I think something probably labelled at him was that he was a bit one-dimensional, but he has grown in confidence.

From BBC

Related Words

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