a few
The phrase "a few" is used to indicate a small, indefinite number of items, typically more than two but not many.
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Definition
A2General
A small, unspecified number of items, usually more than two but not many.
Example
- I have a few friends coming over tonight.
- She needs a few more minutes to finish her work.
A2General
(neutral)A small number that suggests sufficiency or adequacy.
Example
- The meeting was attended by a few key stakeholders.
- He brought a few snacks for the road trip.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "a few":
quite a fewa fair fewa littlea number ofa little bita bitquite some