[take] a while
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to require a period of time to happen, be completed, or do something
- I need to take a while to think about this.
- The repairs on the house will take a while to finish.
- Learning a new skill can take a while, so be patient with yourself.
- She is aware that building trust takes a while in any relationship.
- It took a while for the chef to prepare the elaborate meal for the guests.