for a while
Example Sentences
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The complaint is one that the Arsenal midfielder, 27, has been carrying for a while and will require managing during the tournament.
From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026
“They’re basically in place for a while, probably,” said William English, a former senior Fed adviser who now teaches at the Yale School of Management.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 17, 2026
But Aaron is surprised when Hank says that he’s just interested in talking for a while, and asks to record their conversation.
From Salon • Jun. 15, 2026
Similar momentum has been coming for SpaceX for a while now.
From Slate • Jun. 15, 2026
Dr. Achebe tapped and swiped for a while, and a few moments later, he looked up at Coal.
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
