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Examples

  • Pausing, she always felt a little greedy when she asked God for a favor.

    Shore Thing Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi 2011

  • Pausing for just a moment, Sir Kenneth tapped Wills lightly on the head with a scarlet cap that reputedly contained a scrap of cloth from the trousers of Protestant reform leader John Knox.

    William and Kate Christopher Andersen 2011

  • Pausing to admire his reflection in the mirror on the way out, he marveled at his handiwork.

    Rogue Oracle 2011

  • Pausing with a dramatic flourish, she offered Cat another piercing stare.

    Earl of Durkness Alix Rickloff 2011

  • Pausing atop the steps, I eavesdropped on Beverley and Nana playing Old Maid.

    Arcane Circle Linda Robertson 2011

  • Pausing briefly to gather his thoughts, he continued.

    Who Said It Would Be Easy Cheryl Faye 2011

  • Pausing briefly to gather his thoughts, he continued.

    Who Said It Would Be Easy Cheryl Faye 2011

  • Pausing briefly, he kissed her temple then continued.

    Who Said It Would Be Easy Cheryl Faye 2011

  • Pausing briefly, he kissed her temple then continued.

    Who Said It Would Be Easy Cheryl Faye 2011

  • Pausing at the window, he twitched back the blinds.

    Earl of Durkness Alix Rickloff 2011

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