Leased for some little time (3)

I believe the answer is:

let

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'leased' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)

'some little time' is the wordplay.
'LET' is hidden in amongst the letters.
But, I'm unsure how this is indicated.

'for' acts as a link.

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(Other definitions for let that I've seen before include "Allow or rent" , "Allowed or rented out" , "Allow; permit" , "& 15 Triple (anag.)" , "Rent out: grant" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.

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