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for a while longer vs for a little while longer

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. They convey the idea of extending a period of time. The choice between them depends on the length of the extension.
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for a while longer

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate extending a period of time.

This phrase is used to express the idea of continuing a certain period of time. It implies a moderate extension of time without specifying a precise duration.

Examples:

  • I will stay here for a while longer to finish my work.
  • Let's wait for a while longer before making a decision.
  • Jun 2, 2017 ... In the following conversation: A: Your English has improved since last year. B: Not really, it has been that good for a while longer.
  • Aug 1, 2019 ... When Mac says "well ima be here for a while, longer than I did expect to"in Jet Fuel maybe he was saying that he thought he would OD way before ...
  • Jan 9, 2024 ... For a While Longer tells their amazing story. Early in Brian's illness, Kelsey began keeping a journal chronicling Brian's fight for his life ...
  • Mar 5, 2024 ... Or stay on ASE for a while longer? Discussion. Not sure if I should upgrade or not… I've heard a lot of mixed things about ASA. Archived post ...
  • For a While Longer: What being pushed to the edge taught us about light [McNeill, Kelsey and Brian] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers.
  • Oct 13, 2023 ... Still flying for a while longer · Catching Up · Last Races · West Coast Swifts · Reno Young Eagles · Air Race Future.
  • Music For A While Longer. By Haim Shweky. June 11, 2022. Facebook · Twitter · Pinterest · WhatsApp · Linkedin · ReddIt. Photo by Dolo Iglesias on Unsplash.
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Alternatives:

  • for a little longer
  • for a bit longer
  • for a longer period
  • for a longer time
  • for a longer duration

for a little while longer

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate extending a period of time with a slight emphasis on the short duration.

This phrase is similar to 'for a while longer' but adds a subtle emphasis on the short duration of the extension. It implies a slightly shorter period of time compared to 'for a while longer.'

Examples:

  • Can you wait for a little while longer? I'll be right back.
  • I need to rest for a little while longer before I can continue.
  • Album artwork for A Little While Longer. 2x12" Gatefold LP • Download, image 1. 2x12" Gatefold LP • Download, image 2. 2x12" Gatefold LP ...
  • Feb 3, 2007 ... How would you say - For a little while longer - meaning I will stick around for a little while longer. Thanks.
  • Feb 28, 2023 ... I think our jobs are safe for a little while longer. Funny. r/ChatGPT - I ...
  • Innocent Mutetwa: "For a little while longer" ... This is only but a vain wish but if only he could have been with us for a little while longer, then …
  • Mar 1, 2024 ... [iPhone6, (for a little while longer)] Do iCloud backups include backups of videos I've saved on YouTube? Thanks. Support. Archived post. New ...
  • Feb 4, 2010 ... Keeping the F-4 for a little while longer... Cold war, Korea, Vietnam, and Desert Storm - up to and including for example the A-10, F-15 ...
  • Sentence examples for a little while longer from inspiring English sources ... "a little while longer" is a valid and commonly used phrase in written English. It ...
  • Stay here with me for a little while longer as a toddler, my child. Stretch out toddlerhood until I'm forced to acknowledge its passing.
  • Oct 15, 2019 ... Post a reply to: Is this cylinder still ok to use for a little while longer on this yz 250. To post, please join, log in or connect to Vital ...
  • Therefore Jesus said, “For a little while longer I am [still] with you, and then I go to Him who sent Me. Christian Standard Bible Then Jesus said, “I am only ...

Alternatives:

  • for a bit longer
  • for a short while longer
  • for a brief period longer
  • for a short period longer
  • for a short time longer

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