bit part

Example Sentences

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Only the Blue Jays were different, unwilling to accept their role as bit part characters in somebody else’s show.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 2, 2025

To my great surprise, I had no memory that John Candy had a stellar bit part in the film as a modest Midwestern polka player.

From Salon • Oct. 12, 2025

“That’s a little bit part of it,” Hakstol said of his continued frustration over the outcome of Thursday’s events.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 20, 2024

He played only a bit part on USC’s defense, with one sack across two seasons.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 30, 2023

She bit part of her bottom lip and nudged me with her shoulder.

From "Tradition" by Brendan Kiely