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A While vs. Awhile
See complete definition in Reverso Define, with examples
a while
Definition
a length of time
Examples
The baby was quiet for a while
See complete definition in Reverso Define, with examples
awhile
Definition
for a short time
Examples
Sit down and stay awhile.
Other misspelled words
Coarse vs. Course
Adopted vs. Adoptive
Base vs. Basis vs. Bass
Ceremonial vs. Ceremonious
Moot vs. Mute
Which vs. Witch
Nutritional vs. Nutritious
Urban vs. Urbane
Electronic vs. Electric vs. Electrical
Boar vs. Boor vs. Bore
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