A good shoe has a little give in the leather.
A good shoe has a little flexibility in the leather.
English
little
ˈlɪtəl, ˈlɘtl̩, ˈlɪ.ɾɫ̩, ˈlɪt(ə)l, ˈlɪtl̩, ˈlɪt̬.əl
Meaning: small in size, amount, or degree
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Example sentences
He lives in a little house in the country.
He lives in a little house in the country.
The little girl is playing with her dog in the park.
The little girl is playing with her dog in the park.
The little boy ran to his mama.
The little boy ran to his mama.
My little brother leaves his bag by the door all the time.
My little brother leaves his bag by the door all the time.
Usage Notes
Used to describe something that is not large or of minor importance.
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