awhile
Pronunciation: [əˈwaɪl]
Word
Context: “time duration”
(adverb) for a short period of time. When you say 'awhile,' you mean that something will happen, but not for a long time.
Example
I will sit and read awhile before dinner.
Example
I can't stay awhile because I have to leave right now.
Example
Can we talk awhile before you go?
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