whilst

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In particular, the U.A.E.—which has long been a financial hub for Iranian businesses and individuals—warned that it could freeze Iranian-owned assets, whilst also debating whether to send military assets into the fight, The Journal reported.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

It has received mostly positive reviews so far, with Empire calling it "witty, wise and preposterously entertaining", whilst Deadline says it is "a mission accomplished, an engaging piece of science fiction".

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

But Mary Creagh, the nature minister, said the new powers would be for tackling smaller sites whilst enforcement for sites greater than 20,000 tonnes would be dealt with by the Environment Agency.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

"We remain committed to providing a supportive environment for them whilst they navigate the next stages."

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

“When once within that house we may find more clues; at any rate some of us can remain there whilst the rest find the other places where there be more earth-boxes—at Bermondsey and Mile End.”

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker