Definition of "awhile" []

• For a short time. (adverb)

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• "I hope this artist gets to continue with the title awhile longer."
• "Cats have a habit of missing the box every once in awhile, which is why a litter box needs to go on a tile floor."
• "And I'm more relaxed about permitting myself to get something nice once in awhile, which is lovely, too."