whilst
Example Sentences
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“I’m not aware of huge numbers of elderly people falling out of windows whilst cleaning them,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
Judge Mary Loram said it was "a devastating demonstration of just how dangerous it is to use mobile phones whilst driving".
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
The Met commissioner said his "first thoughts" were with the victims, who had been attacked "whilst going about their daily lives, which they should be able to do freely and safely".
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
They say these changes could be introduced without the the need for a full act of Parliament, whilst more detailed reform proposals are developed.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
He put his hands on the Professor’s shoulder, and laying his head on his breast, cried for a while silently, whilst we stood unmoving.
From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker
