whilst

Example Sentences

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We have started to make steps towards change whilst in government and I have been grateful for your support.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Explaining its selection, the AAS said O'Donoghue was an "extraordinarily creative and effective communicator" whilst also being a "recognised leader" in planetary science.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

“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 Preacher liked waving his arms ’round whilst he was talking, and he was really going at it to try to impress these new folks.

From "Elijah of Buxton" by Christopher Paul Curtis