before long
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Mr. Carter said he seated the developer beside a well-known model, who before long asked to move to another seat.
From New York Times
Even if many of the offerings on hand seem like thin broth compared with the nutrient-dense stew of “Succession,” we’ll find something else to feast on before long.
From New York Times
They talked about the events that brought them together — Lynch’s coming out and Turner’s taunt — but before long the conversation turned to basketball.
From New York Times
This led me down further passageways, followed by others and, before long, I found myself traveling down a mesmerizing maze of tunnels, caves and bottomless pits.
From Seattle Times
The Packers hope they see a healthy Bakhtiari in that No. 69 jersey before long.
From Seattle Times
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