variants or itsy-bitsy
Definition of itty-bittynext

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Recent Examples of itty-bitty In its place are itty-bitty bands that still keep your flats or heels in place, just with less of a chance of awkward tan lines. — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 1 July 2026 By the time my gaze shifted two centimeters up to check the itty-bitty clock on my screen, a full 65 minutes had passed. — Jill Duffy, Wired News, 18 June 2026 Providing you can offer plenty of sunshine, consistent moisture, and protection from the cold, these itty-bitty plants can produce a reliable crop of sweet and juicy fruit and thrive in containers for many years. — Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 5 June 2026 These insects are itty-bitty bugs that can take up residence in homes, where they have been known to cause damage to fabrics and fibers. — Steve Bender, Southern Living, 21 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for itty-bitty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for itty-bitty
Adjective
  • Because batteries in wearable devices are tiny, and 5G cellular chips can instantly cut a wearable’s battery life by half, analysts expect the devices to remain tethered to a phone for at least the next five to 10 years.
    — Sebastian Herrera, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2026
  • How to try the arugula trick at home The actual habit is tiny.
    — Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • But the one that started it all, back in 1995, had a tiny budget, a minuscule crew and a first-time director — and may still be the form’s iconic best.
    — Merle Ginsberg, HollywoodReporter, 14 Sep. 2026
  • The difference between either posture is likely to be minuscule, with Chairman Kevin Warsh left to take a side and persuade his fellow officials.
    — Jeff Cox, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2026

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“Itty-bitty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/itty-bitty. Accessed 25 Sep. 2026.

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