2. He had a little bit of chocolate left in the wrapper.
3. The little puppy wagged its tail excitedly.
4. She wore a little black dress to the party.
5. The little boy was too short to reach the top shelf.
6. The little car zipped through traffic easily.
7. I only have a little time to finish this project.
8. The little kitten purred softly in her lap.
9. The little plant struggled to grow in the shade.
10. She had a little trouble understanding the complicated instructions.
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Google Gemini AI
Sep 13
1. Quantifying Small Size or Amount:
- The little child toddled across the room. - There was little money left in his account.
2. Describing Something Insignificant or Unimportant:
- The little details of the plan were not relevant. - She made little effort to help.
3. Denoting Affection or Familiarity:
- She called her son her "little prince." - They shared a little secret.
4. Mild or Slight:
- There was only a little rain. - She had a little cough.
5. Limited or Insufficient:
- There was little time to spare. - The soup had little flavor.
6. Young or Underdeveloped:
- The little boy was just starting to walk. - The little tree was growing tall.
7. Demeaning or Disrespectful (when used before a noun):
- That little jerk stole my wallet. - She's just a little nobody.
8. To Express Surprise or Disbelief:
- "You're quitting?" "Little me?"
9. To Emphasize a Quality or Characteristic:
- She was a little bit shy. - The movie was a little bit boring.
10. In Comparisons:
- This book is little compared to the others. - She is a little taller than her sister.
Usage Notes:
- "Little" is an adjective and should precede a noun. - It can be placed before or after "a" or "an." - "Little" can have both positive and negative connotations, depending on the context. - When used before a noun, it can have a demeaning or disrespectful tone. - "Little" is often used in informal language.