Collocation
Just a moment.
A very short period of time; please wait briefly.
Definition
'Just a moment.' is a common English collocation. A very short period of time; please wait briefly.
Just a + [time_noun]
“Could you please hold on for just a moment?”
Examples
- Could you wait just a moment while I grab my keys?
- I'll be with you in just a moment.
- Excuse me, I need just a moment to think about that.
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- He asked for just a moment of her time.
- The doctor will see you in just a moment.
- Please allow me just a moment to confirm your booking.
- Don't worry, the bus will arrive in just a moment.
- Can you give me just a moment to finish this email?
- She paused for just a moment before answering the difficult question.
- Let me check that for you, just a moment.
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