But ten minutes passed before he started to read them.

Fifteen minutes passed before he came to the door and called me in.

Five minutes passed before she rose and started back to her hotel.

Five minutes passed before he saw movement at the back door.

Ten minutes passed and all I wanted was out of there.

Five minutes passed before he felt sure enough of himself to call to her.

A minute or more passed before either of them spoke again.

Several long minutes passed before a voice was raised inside.

Ten minutes passed before he was ready for the dining room again.

Another minute still passed, however, before he knew what answer to make.