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it's been a while vs IT'S been awhile

Both "it's been a while" and "it's been awhile" are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. "It's been a while" is the more common and formal expression, while "it's been awhile" is a more informal and casual version.

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it's been a while

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is a common way to express that a significant amount of time has passed since something happened. It is considered more formal and widely accepted.
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Alternatives:

  • it's been some time
  • it's been quite a while
  • it's been a long time
  • it's been ages
  • it's been forever

IT'S been awhile

This phrase is correct but more informal and less common in English.

This phrase is a more casual and informal way to indicate that a period of time has passed since something occurred. It is less formal than "it's been a while" and is often used in spoken language.
  • Say hello. It's been awhile.
  • It's been awhile, Martin.
  • It's been awhile since you disgraced these halls.
  • Dr. Kittner, it's been awhile.
  • Good to see you. It's been awhile.
  • I know, it's been awhile for me too.
  • It's been awhile since they outlawed slavery.
  • Man, it's been awhile since I've seen any action.
  • It's been awhile since we've seen her compete.
  • It's been awhile, Kumada's young guy...
  • It's been awhile since we've taken on a case cold, but it might be fun.
  • It's been awhile since you've seen any action.
  • It's been awhile, okay?
  • It's been awhile since you worked in a boutique, hasn't it?
  • I know it's been awhile since I wrote.
  • It's been awhile, Lewis.
  • It's been awhile, but I'll never forget that knife.
  • Brendan, it's been awhile.
  • It's been awhile since I saw you smiling.
  • It's been awhile since l've seen anyone.

Alternatives:

  • it's been a while
  • it's been some time
  • it's been quite a while
  • it's been a long time
  • it's been ages

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