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Discover LudwigThe phrase "Slight pause" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to indicate a brief interruption or break in speech or action, often to create emphasis or allow for reflection. Example: "After the speaker made a bold statement, there was a slight pause before the audience reacted."
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A slight pause.
There's a slight pause.
ANN: Oh. (Slight pause).
A slight pause for emphasis.
"Er…" There's a slight pause.
"Yeah," says Ainslie, after a slight pause.
Then, with a slight pause, he used another word: "Fun".
A slight pause before saying yes renders it a no.
And, after a slight pause, she continued, "It will be on the floor".
(Taka's translator, after a slight pause, rendered this as "old stupids").
He added the last word with a playful smile and a slight pause.
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