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whilst

[hwahylst, wahylst] / ʰwaɪlst, waɪlst /


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The trust added: "It's an opportunity for all to feed into this potential reintroduction project, facilitating collaborative planning and helping to maximise the significant environmental benefits, whilst minimising any negative impacts of any future project."

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

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

Gangani is the name of a historic Celtic tribe in Wales, whilst Dal Dy Dir is a Welsh nationalist phrase, which means 'stand your ground'.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 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

He was hopping from one foot to the ’nother whilst someone banged on a drum.

From "Elijah of Buxton" by Christopher Paul Curtis