brief while

Frequency: 6.88.5 per million words

Refers to a short duration of time.

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Examples (10)

  • We waited for a brief while before the show began.
  • He paused for a brief while to collect his thoughts.
  • The speaker addressed the audience for a brief while before opening the floor for questions.
  • She visited her hometown for a brief while last summer.
  • Can you spare a brief while to help me with this task?
  • Even a brief while of meditation can improve focus.
  • The rain stopped for a brief while, giving us a chance to run inside.
  • I'll stay for a brief while and then head home.
  • If you can wait for a brief while, I'll be right with you.
  • Just rest for a brief while; you'll feel better.