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's a genre of movie he is no stranger to, having starred in Neil Armstrong biography First Man in 2018, whilst he is also set to appear in the upcoming Star Wars: Starfighter space opera.

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

Jama continued to book presenting roles, whilst also hosting radio shows on Rinse FM and BBC Radio 1 between 2017-2020.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

I’d been trying to make myself so small whilst the cap’n had been chawing folk up that I hadn’t took no proper notice of the barber’s chair.

From "The Journey of Little Charlie" by Christopher Paul Curtis