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Couple cycled a little bit (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

mite

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'little bit' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for mite that I've seen before include "Minute creature" , "Old piece" , "The widow's small donation" , "Tiny creature found in food" , "Very small creature or child" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.
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