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 .
Example Sentences
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Vehicle sales surged more than 40% for the latest month, while exports of vehicles and parts grew a little more than 30%.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
Exchanges have introduced products like zero-dated options to let investors risk a little money to potentially make a lot.
From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026
"Sometimes it's just not your day, and that's okay. Maybe this is the day where you give yourself a little slack."
From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026
“I just want a little starter house in El Sereno, but somehow it feels contingent on whether the Strait of Hormuz is open or not,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026
The picture of Gingersnipes’s Recollection became a little clearer.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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