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whilst

[hwahylst, wahylst] / ʰwaɪlst, waɪlst /


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She said the teenager loved his scooter and it is an opportunity for a family day out whilst also raising awareness around knife crime.

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026

Sales on Amazon nearly doubled last week compared with the same period in 2025, whilst electronics outlet Fnac Darty reported double-digit growth.

From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026

Hull City boss Sergej Jakirovic has made no secret of his desire, whilst speaking to Croatian media, of his desire to sign players from that country's league.

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026

"The man has been released under investigation whilst we continue our inquiries," a spokeswoman added.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026

He tilted his head toward the conjurer and said, “He done tolt me it was just for whilst we’s in Canada, but I knowed he was a-lying.”

From "Elijah of Buxton" by Christopher Paul Curtis




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