short while

Example Sentences

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In a short while, Jones had gained enough confidence in whipping his mannequin’s hair into a ponytail that he vowed to try with his daughter soon.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026

A short while after that podcast, the former Conservative home secretary, Suella Braverman, described herself as 'British Asian' but not English.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

In short, while retirees have a variety of health-insurance arrangements, out-of-pocket health spending took a substantial chunk out of Social Security benefits and total income — except for low-income people who are covered by Medicaid.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

Trade experts say the administration might succeed in raising revenue with Section 122 for a short while because of the time limit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 21, 2026

I had more chores every day, but in a short while, I could see what needed to be done without being told.

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson