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while

[hwahyl, wahyl] / ʰwaɪl, waɪl /
CONJUNCTION
as long as
Synonyms
WEAK
although at the same time during during the time in the time throughout the time whilst
CONJUNCTION
even though
Synonyms
WEAK
albeit although howbeit much as though when whereas
NOUN
time interval
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bit moment period time
STRONG
instant interim meantime occasion space spell stretch

Example Sentences

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Funding a new DAF with highly appreciated shares of stock allows the donor to avoid capital-gains taxes while also taking a tax deduction.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Rubio said in the statement that, while in the U.S.,

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Some setups included predator-proof cages, while others did not.

From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026

The research found 22% of children had shared personal information such as health details with AI tools, while 24% have shared their real name or address online.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

A beat of silence goes by while we both stare at my phone, willing it to ring.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.