short while

Example Sentences

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I go through bottle after bottle of medicine, only to have them return a short while later.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 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

Ghost's assistant made hot drinks for the pair and sat with them in the bathroom for a short while.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

In short, while there are three more quarters for equities to turn things around, many investors may be feeling much less bullish than they did at the start of the year.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

Within a short while, though, the rent for the room became too much of a financial burden to carry.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady