bit part

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A very small role in a play or film.

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  • He started his career with a bit part in a low-budget horror movie.
  • Even a bit part can lead to a major breakthrough for a talented actor.
  • She was disappointed to only get a bit part after such a long audition.
  • Many famous stars began by playing bit parts in television commercials.
  • The director offered him a bit part as a waiter in the opening scene.
  • He has appeared in numerous films, but usually only in bit parts.
  • Although it was just a bit part, she rehearsed her two lines for weeks.
  • The veteran actor took a bit part just to work with the legendary filmmaker.
  • Getting a bit part in a Hollywood blockbuster is a dream for most newcomers.
  • He managed to make his bit part memorable with a unique physical performance.