a little on the side
Example Sentences
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It’s not to be used recklessly; Mr. Xuan said that he would daub a little on the side to eat with rice.
From New York Times • Jun. 8, 2017
A place that's a little outside the everyday, a little on the side of magic.
From The Guardian • Oct. 12, 2010
But he had better instincts than Wilson and his weight came down constantly just a little on the side of humanity�a little left of center, he said, in a moment of perception.
From Time Magazine Archive
Maybe I’ll tiy my hair loose today, parted a little on the side.
From "Rules" by Cynthia Lord
Meanwhile, those who paid tribute to him were forced to strike at more distant halls to gather the gold they paid to Hrothgar—and a little on the side for themselves.
From "Grendel" by John Gardner
