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I've been a little tied up with vs a little tied up with work

Both phrases are correct; however, they're used in different contexts. 'I've been a little tied up with' is a more general statement that can refer to various activities or situations. On the other hand, 'a little tied up with work' specifies that the person is busy with work specifically.
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This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate being busy or occupied with something.

"I've been a little tied up with "

This phrase is used to express being preoccupied or busy with a particular activity or situation. It is a more general statement that can refer to various things.
  • Aug 14, 2021 ... I've been a little tied up with a heart op, moving and changing my main job, but back on track now. Will let you know how I get on. 1 Like.
  • Apr 18, 2019 ... lots of exciting changes going on over here so I've been a little tied up with that. But, I am back with a fun little project that we did ...
  • May 12, 2023 ... Bill, I've been a little tied up with a few things here lately. Sorry for the late reply. From my experience if you're simply looking to get ...
  • Jun 16, 2020 ... I've been a little tied up with nice weather but I'm going to try other resets to relevel. Sorry for the wait but I'll keep you updated ...
  • ... I've been a little tied up with my new talk show! It broadcasts every Sunday night between 7-9pm on the LifeFM network. It's where I can tackle the big ...
  • Apr 8, 2016 ... I've been a little tied up with other projects at the moment so I'm still using my work around. I would like to use the method you suggested ...
  • Apr 16, 2017 ... The garden is doing really well this year. I've been a little tied up with quail tractors and other projects […].
  • Jun 13, 2013 ... Author's note: OK guys and gals I'm sorry for not responding to all of the reviews again but I've been a little tied up with being back at work.
  • Apr 16, 2017 ... I've been a little tied up with quail tractors and other projects but my Mom filled in the garden quite nicely. The onions and oregano have ...
  • Apr 10, 2018 ... Right, so I've been a little tied up with work on the Groovesizer – so much so that I haven't put up a podcast since last June! Whilst I ...

Alternatives:

  • I've been a little busy with
  • I've been occupied with
  • I've been caught up with

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to specifically indicate being busy with work.

"a little tied up with work"

This phrase is used to specify that the person is busy with work specifically. It is a more focused statement compared to the more general 'tied up with' construction.
  • Jul 29, 2012 ... On a side note, I've obviously been a little tied up with work, family and tillie tulip, but I will get part II of my join-as-you-go tutorial…
  • Dec 16, 2019 ... Sorry for no posts in a few weeks been a little tied up with work and personal life in the run-up to Christmas that and the cave is getting cold ...
  • Dec 26, 2023 ... I'm just a little tied up with work atm. This January has been busier than I was expecting!
  • Mar 25, 2019 ... Got a little tied up with work, so I got a late start. After taking the breast out of the fridge, I rinsed and dried then rubbed with EVOO ...
  • Sep 15, 2024 ... Hello, hoping for some advise so I can pass onto my local mechanic who's a little tied up with work at the moment.
  • Hidden Gems – Part 6. We got a little tied up with work this time, hence there was a small delay in releasing this edition. But here we are with a new set of ...
  • Nov 21, 2010 ... DrD, Thanks for your prompt reply. I have not been able to find a culprit yet as I have been a little tied up with work and the ...
  • Apr 10, 2018 ... Right, so I've been a little tied up with work on the Groovesizer – so much so that I haven't put up a podcast since last June! Whilst I ...
  • Jul 9, 2020 ... Apologies I've been a little tied up with work, I'll take a look this week at it. I suspect it's just a case of extending the react ...
  • Mar 16, 2018 ... I feel like OP doesn't want to be pestered about that issue ever again, not just right now, which "I'm a little tied up with work right now" ...

Alternatives:

  • busy with work
  • occupied with work
  • engaged with work

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