Meaning: In a short while, he was able to sit and remain in that position for a significant duration.
Choice of Words: Soon means in a short period of time. Long time means a period that lasts for a considerable amount of time.
Alternative Expressions
In a short while, he was able to sit and stay for a long duration.
Meaning: This means that in a short period of time, he had the power and skill to sit and remain in one place for a longer period of time than usual.
Choice of Words:In a short while means in a short period of time. Able means having the power, skill, or resources to do something. Sit means to be in a position with your body supported by your buttocks, typically on a chair or the ground. Stay means to remain in one place or position. Long duration means a period of time that is longer than usual or expected.
Before long, he had the capability to sit and remain for an extended period.
Meaning: This means that in a short period of time, he had the ability and power to sit and continue to be in the same place for a longer period of time than usual.
Choice of Words:Before long means in a short period of time. Capability means the ability or power to do something. Sit means to be in a position with your body supported by your buttocks, typically on a chair or the ground. Remain means to continue to be in the same place or condition. Extended period means a period of time that is longer than usual or expected.