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The phrase "about four minutes" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when estimating a duration of time that is approximately four minutes.
Example: "The video will take about four minutes to watch."
Alternatives: "approximately four minutes" or "roughly four minutes".
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"In about four minutes, they got it," says Walker.
My segment starts at minute 2 40 and lasts about four minutes.
The process should take about four minutes.
The entire incident lasted about four minutes.
It is about four minutes.
Cover closely and steam about four minutes.
"About four minutes," said the dancer.
Grill scallops for about four minutes; serve with the vinaigrette.
He recalled waiting about four minutes before the doors opened.
Fry until the white is set, about four minutes.
We're at Charing Cross hospital in about four minutes.
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