a bit

Example Sentences

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Learning a language that you have a personal interest in can be very motivating and help you to keep going when things get a bit rocky.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

"We've been preparing the houses for all the guests to come, so it's just been a bit nonstop," said Roberts.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

If Mr. Hoffman overplays him a bit, it’s purely out of love for this never-quit character.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

"So we're just really trying to get inspired by the technology, a bit like China did with the German car industry."

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

His whiskers tickled her neck, and she squirmed a bit, finally settling with her forehead pressed to his.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman