after a while
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Kim Cooper, a close observer of downtown politics and co-owner of Esotouric tours, said that after a while, it seemed that the hotel’s owner, the Chetrit Group, “just locked the door.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 23, 2026
"If families are looking to go out and eat out it can get extortionate after a while," he added.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
"I'm going to make a huge difference to Henry's profile. You're going to see him everywhere. You'll probably be bored of him after a while."
From BBC ● Apr. 30, 2026
“You can get bored after a while, and work might start to look more attractive.”
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 10, 2025
Fortunately, he was able to climb a rock after a while and rest there until his panting had subsided.
From "Abel's Island" by William Steig
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