for an instant
Example Sentences
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You hesitate for an instant, torn between the invitingly warm lower level and the formidable set of stairs leading upward.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 17, 2025
He thought for an instant before replying in a measured and weary voice.
From BBC • Oct. 26, 2024
It was when people were less curious that they tended to opt for an instant answer.
From Science Daily • Oct. 24, 2023
But for an instant, before Swift announced the July 23 date, she did think about it: “I will sadly admit to being like, ‘Oh my God, can I hire someone to take my place?’”
From Seattle Times • Jul. 14, 2023
When he saw the rent in the lead, the blood rushed to his face for an instant, but as quickly fell away again, so that he remained of a ghastly whiteness; he was still silent.
From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker
