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little something



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The second becomes dessert — or, more brunchily, “a little something sweet” —in the form of miniature jam pastries topped with citrus-whipped ricotta.

From Salon ● Jul. 20, 2026

"I always like to buy a little something from everywhere I go, just as a reminder," she said.

From BBC ● Feb. 13, 2026

But seeing the winners onstage delivering a big emotional speech, like the one Teyana Taylor just gave ... that means a little something.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 11, 2026

I’m on a fixed budget, but I want them to have a little something.

From MarketWatch ● Dec. 31, 2025

New work shoes, some savings, or a little something extra to help my auntie with rent.

From "How It Went Down" by Kekla Magoon


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