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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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Last updated: August 15, 2024

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.

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Let roaming fees hang around for a while longer, EU countries say. David Meyer. Mar. 4, 2015 - 4:16 AM PDT Mar. 4, 2015 - 4:16 AM PDT. 2 Comments.
Examples of WHILE. It took them a while to find out what was causing the problem. <we stayed at the fair for a while longer> ...
Is this sentence correct "Since the “GoLive” date is upcoming and we can't wait for a while longer we are forced to go on......." ? Barbara ...
1 day ago ... Frost freezes up outdoor projects for a while longer. 22News dug up the ground to see when you can begin without the frost getting in your way.

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.

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For a little while longer. How would you say - For a little while longer - meaning I will stick around for a little while longer. Thanks.
Results 1 - 13 of 13 ... English-French translation for "a little while longer" ... I am sure she would like to remain for a little while longer to clear up some of the many ...
So Jesus said to them, “The light is among you for a little while longer. Walk while you have the light, lest darkness overtake you. The one who walks in the ...
Therefore Jesus said, "For a little while longer I am with you, then I go to Him who sent Me. King James Bible Then said Jesus unto them, Yet a little while am I ...

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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