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The phrase "a little wait" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to a short period of time that one has to wait for something or someone.
Example: "I apologize for the delay; it will only be a little wait before the meeting starts."
Alternatives: "a brief wait" or "a short wait".
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"Right now, it's still a little wait and see".
"I'm afraid it's going to be a little wait," he said.
It might be tricky to get a table right now, but do persevere: there'll be another big opening along soon to distract them, and a dining experience this good is worth a little wait.
CALL the reservation desk at the Lodge at Keyah Grande on nights or weekends when the call volume is at its peak, and you can expect a little wait.
8.44am GMT We're all set for the second round of the women's skeleton... we'll have a little wait for Shelley Rudman and Liz Yarnold, who will be the last of the 20 athletes.
What's wrong with a little wait or anticipation?
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But the good news is we can go there today--with only a little wait--where we can bask in her spirit.
"So it might be a little waiting game, a bit of patience, but I'm sure we'll be able to do something at some point.
After a little waiting and staring at my inbox: paydirt.
After a little waiting and staring at my inbox: paydirt.
Perhaps too long for some, but then, what's a little waiting when the payoff is so very satisfying?
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