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Meanings of a little in English

Portuguese
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To a small extent or degree.

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Usage of a little in English
1
And some believe market actually picked up a little bit last year.
The Guardian
2
In southern Europe we accept society to be a little bit messy.
The Guardian
3
He needed a little celebration, given the events of the past year.
Wild Storm
4
France wanted some; Austria more; Prussia a little; Russia a few millions.
Coningsby; Or, The New Generation
5
Often a little talk is all that's necessary to resolve these problems.
The good son: a novel
6
Friends of democracy and free speech, help me mobilize a little here.
The South African
7
Work -related matters may apply a little pressure in terms of time.
The South African
8
Interest on that money ran a little heavy-32per cent a year.
In the Land of Jim Crow
9
Well, yes, it takes a little effort, especially since he's so young.
The Plains of Passage
10
Well I hope they choose to let slip a little more today.
The Neutronium Alchemist
11
The details of the crisis were a little confused in her mind.
Love and Mr. Lewisham
12
Perhaps you would therefore allow me an opportunity to expand a little.
The Irish Times
13
In the west geography and history made the situation a little different.
Surrender to the will of the night
14
However, this Therm-App is a little bit different in two different ways.
Wired
15
Six weeks ago, a little-known politician in Germany made a little-noticed speech.
The Irish Times
16
He look a little better today than he did yesterday, George said.
Wench: a novel
Translations for a little
Portuguese
umum tantopouco