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Example Sentences
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Parts of Northern Ireland and Wales have had their average rainfall, whilst north-east England has seen some of the lowest amounts so far.
From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026
"It would be inappropriate to comment further whilst investigations are ongoing."
From Barron's ● Sep. 27, 2026
"Sat in his dining room with a cup of tea Gwen had made, Harry told me just a small portion of his many many experiences whilst fighting in Burma," Liston said.
From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2026
Hashimi said she would have to avoid stones being thrown at her whilst riding her bike.
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026
Once that was gone, I throwed up air whilst my guts twisted and jumped.
From "Elijah of Buxton" by Christopher Paul Curtis
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