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Example Sentences

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"We hope this film will go a long way to raise awareness of how to live whilst facing a life-changing diagnosis."

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Earlier this month, the South African government condemned criminal acts directed at foreigners, whilst conceding the country needed to deal with illegal immigration.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

His maternal grandfather served time in prison for armed robbery, whilst his grandfather on his father's side was a "traditional working-class Tory" who had served in the Navy during the Second World War.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

And whilst water supplies are currently at normal levels, some people will draw comparisons with this time last year when some places started heading into drought.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Petey wouldn’t look me in the eye whilst I clumb up on the horse’s back.

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