whilst
Example Sentences
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"The support is there whilst you're there, so you're secure, you feel safe there," he said.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
"In the circumstances, the prosecution suggest the communication that took place is evidence they were all involved in relaying information to and from Mr Baker whilst he was in custody," Tully said.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
"It would be inappropriate to comment further whilst investigations are ongoing."
From Barron's ● Sep. 27, 2026
This potential storm may also bring heavy rain to places, especially in the west, whilst some places further east could stay dry.
From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2026
It was these bushes that Old Flap spent all his time in whilst I fished.
From "Elijah of Buxton" by Christopher Paul Curtis
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