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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a little mean" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe someone or something that is somewhat unkind or harsh, but not excessively so.
Example: "I thought her comment was a little mean, considering the situation."
Alternatives: "somewhat unkind" or "a bit harsh."
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That's a little mean, actually.
Well, maybe a little mean.
Of course, sometimes the remarks can get a little mean.
Then they'll probably be a little mean to me.
In truth, adult bald eagles look a little mean.
"Shall we move on?" "The eyes look a little mean".
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It seems a little mean-spirited and like you don't care if we do well.
To outsiders, New York City might seem stingy and a little mean-spirited by comparison.
(Even if some of it comes across as a little mean-spirited).
She was accompanied, as usual, by Albert, who, ever alert, espied a "little, mean-looking man" striking a ridiculously "theatrical" pose as he took aim.
"I said a few words last week about Manchester United because there were uninvited English journalists here and I thought it would be a little mean-spirited if I did not answer a few of their questions.
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