Definitions

while

[hwahyl, wahyl] / ʰwaɪl, waɪl /

CONJUNCTION

as long as

Synonyms

WEAK

although at the same time during during the time in the time throughout the time whilst

CONJUNCTION

even though

Synonyms

WEAK

albeit although howbeit much as though when whereas

NOUN

time interval

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bit moment period time

STRONG

instant interim meantime occasion space spell stretch

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The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite added 1.1%, while the S&P 500 index was 0.7% higher.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 6, 2026

In late June, Richie unexpectedly hit pause on his concert at the Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minn., after taking a seat on stage multiple times while performing “Dancing on the Ceiling.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 6, 2026

Neighbouring Turkey is a key supporter of Syria's new authorities, while Israel has carried out repeated incursions and bombings in the country since Assad's overthrow.

From Barron's • Jul. 6, 2026

Among the respondents, 27% preferred handling this task with a financial adviser versus 23% with a lawyer, while 19% wanted both to be involved.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 6, 2026

Besides, she only plans to stay a short while.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly

while

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