awhile

Related to awhile: a while ago

after (a) while, crocodile

An playful way to say goodbye before a temporary parting, often preceded by "See you later, alligator." A: "See you later, alligator." B: "After a while, crocodile."
See also: after, crocodile

for a while

For some vague or indeterminate length of time. I could make some good money on that job, and then we wouldn't have to worry about money for a while. I know it's not my dream job, but this place has some good benefits so I'm going to stay here for a while. I've had this haircut for a while now, so I think it's time to change it up.
See also: while

in a while

Following a certain period of time, usually one that is relatively short. It's a little bit strange driving on the opposite side of the road in Ireland, but you'll get used to it in a while.
See also: while
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

in a while

Also, after a while. After a period of time, usually a moderately short time. For example, Go ahead, I'll be along in a while, or After a while we turned off the television and went for a walk. [c. 1300]
See also: while
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
See also:
  • after (a) while, crocodile
  • After while
  • After while, crocodile
  • crocodile
  • later, gator
  • later
  • later, alligator
  • see you later, alligator
  • aligator
  • check you later
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