makes the book so extraordinary is the creative imagination of the writer.
The fire went on for quite some time _______ it was brought under control.
He made a mistake, but then he corrected the situation _______ it got worse.
Someone called me up in the middle of the night, but they hung up ________ I could answer the phone.
She is getting better by degrees, but it will be some time _____ she is completely well.
They sat down opposite each other, but it was some moments ______ they spoke.