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The phrase "a slightly surprised" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe someone who is experiencing a mild level of surprise in a particular situation.
Example: "She had a slightly surprised expression when she heard the unexpected news."
Alternatives: "a bit surprised" or "somewhat surprised".
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A slightly surprised Lukas said the horse normally wasn't like this.
That news would once have elicited at least a slightly surprised response.
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