a bit
Example Sentences
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Before Rowan knows it, Mag has moved in and made herself comfortable, but already seems a bit overbearing, organizing girls’ nights and declaring herself “Mag the hag.”
From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026
I’ve been hosting on Airbnb for a few years, and I’ve recently found myself in a bit of a gray area, morally speaking.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026
As of Friday morning, a bit of shell could be seen popping out on the top of the egg.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
People Before Profit assembly member Gerry Carroll said the canteen "needed a lick of paint and a bit more" but there were "huge questions" over the level of spending.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
I know I’ve been a bit distracted, but for the most part I’ve been getting my work done.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.