Awhile

He lived in Europe awhile before moving to Asia.

The traffic was awhile heavy on the way to the airport.

The company had to pause production awhile due to a shortage of materials.

The restaurant had been in business awhile before it closed down.

He had to wait awhile before his flight was called.

He traveled to Asia for awhile to explore the culture.

They walked awhile before reaching their destination.

The ship had been sailing awhile before reaching its destination.