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It was a while ago vs it's been a while

'It was a while ago' refers to a past event that happened some time before the current moment. 'It's been a while' is used to indicate that a significant amount of time has passed since the last time something happened.
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Last updated: December 19, 2024 • 9599 views

This phrase is correct and commonly used to refer to a past event that occurred some time before the current moment.

"It was a while ago"

This phrase is used to talk about something that happened in the past, emphasizing that it occurred some time ago.

Examples:

  • I can't believe we went on that trip. It was a while ago.
  • She mentioned the party, but it was a while ago, so I don't remember much about it.
  • Jan 11, 2017 ... This length can be different according to the situation. "When did that happen?" "Oh, it was a while ago (a long time ago). I haven't seen ...
  • Apr 19, 2023 ... 1391 likes, 69 comments - abigaildyenews on April 19, 2023: "I got a promotion! It was a while ago honestly, I never really announced it.
  • Mar 8, 2022 ... It was a while ago now, but I made Komodo Chicken for my family. It was an absolute hit.
  • Apr 7, 2023 ... juniperjadelove on April 7, 2023: "Anyone remember these two? It was a while ago They are #sniperhaul lovechildren.
  • Apr 22, 2022 ... it was a while ago but it was hugely fun - thank you St Edwards school for being so supportive.
  • Mar 25, 2024 ... Bree | Romance Bookstagram (@breesbookmark). 1 Reply. 1 Like. it was a while ago but it definitely affected my relationship with ARC reviewing ...
  • Mar 13, 2018 ... Septum, vertical lip, and one of the sides (we're not sure which one we did, it was a while ago) pierced by @tywolfe.
  • Aug 26, 2021 ... Yes I actually did this, but it was a while ago TyrantLizardDork on DeviantArthttps://www.deviantart.com/tyrantlizarddork/art/Yes-I-actually ...
  • Well, it was a while ago... I was trying to choose a language to use for our start-up's tiny (2kB EPROM, 2kB RAM?) Z80A system, alongside some assembler ...

Alternatives:

  • It happened some time back
  • It occurred a while back

This phrase is correct and commonly used to indicate that a significant amount of time has passed since the last time something happened.

"it's been a while"

This phrase is used to express that a considerable period has elapsed since a particular event or action took place.

Examples:

  • I haven't seen her in a long time. It's been a while since we last met.
  • It's been a while since I visited that place. I should go back sometime.
  • Aug 23, 2024 ... ... the first time. 43K views · Remember The Early 2000's?? STAIND It's Been a While #rockmusic. 2.3K views · Craziest Car Jump Evah! 63 views ...
  • Mar 28, 2020 ... [No Spoilers] “It's been a while...” Question. Forgive me if this question has been asked before, but I'm new round these Reddit halls. What ...
  • May 5, 2024 ... / daidus_otl (send fanart here) ▻INSTAGRAM: / daidus_art (live stories here). It's Been A While. 662K views · 6 months ago ...more. Daidus. 1.69 ...
  • 1 day ago ... It's been a while my old friend. PUZZLE. r/chessbeginners - It's been a while my old ...
  • Jul 8, 2024 ... ... #CancerAwareness. It's Been A While. 2.3M views · 4 months ago #SamRiegel #CriticalRole #CancerAwareness ...more. Critical Role. 2.34M.
  • 2 days ago ... It's been a while, do you prefer battle passes that last 3 months or 1/half a month? · Comments Section.
  • It's been a while since I've been able to announce a new book, and I get to this week! Stay tuned!! #teasertuesday.
  • Jul 30, 2024 ... It's been a while since I made a huge skillet of shrimp. one of life's greatest pleasures. Alison Roman.
  • May 17, 2022 ... It's been a while since I logged on here... I won't be racing the World Cup this weekend After having Covid I had a huge crash 3 weeks ago ...
  • Jul 10, 2024 ... it's been a while… BUT WHICH SONG FOR THE ONE HOUR SONG CHALLENGE??

Alternatives:

  • It's been some time
  • It's been quite a bit

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