Meaning of the word "for a little while" in English

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for a little while

US /fɔr ə ˈlɪtəl waɪl/
UK /fɔːr ə ˈlɪtəl waɪl/

Phrase

for a short period of time

Example:
Let's rest for a little while before we continue our hike.
She stayed with us for a little while, then went home.