whilst

Example Sentences

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Whilst these devices are designed for longer term space missions, the recent Artemis II mission around the moon took a specially developed exercise device called the flywheel.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

"Whilst challenging, all schools are expected to act reasonably and with due regard for the health, wellbeing and dignity of all pupils."

From BBC • May 16, 2026

"Whilst he may no longer be able to say he's run all the London Marathons, he will always be part of that fraternity as one of the original 42," he says.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Whilst there will be some cloud at times, for most there will be some brighter or sunnier interludes with temperatures in the low to mid-teens.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Whilst I was toting my clothes and such to Cooter’s I started thinking on what was gonna happen at the meeting tonight.

From "Elijah of Buxton" by Christopher Paul Curtis