while

Example Sentences

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At the same time, Lee and his colleagues were building a connectome of the fruit fly nerve cord, which controls the legs, wings, and other appendages while also processing sensory information.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

Trained in dance and choreography, Wicks’ day job is in themed entertainment while her personal projects explore the immersive space.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

“The Saudis and others knew that the crisis was on its way, so they started pumping more and putting more out into the market, and so it’s taken a while to work all that off.”

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

"Co-operation serves the interest of both our states and nations, while conflict serves Moscow's interests", he said.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Clouds float while sunlight as wide as God’s smile shines.

From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes