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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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In doing so, active managers can increase the overall value of the U.S. stock market, benefiting all investors, including those in index funds, while also helping increase economic growth.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

The Celtics were so prepared for a similarly long layoff that they sold off huge portions of their roster after Tatum’s injury, content to reset their finances while their leader spent the whole season rehabbing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

He spent six years on the run and in July 2025 he was arrested at Athens while he was boarding a plane to Dubai and later extradited back to Moldova.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

Some European airlines have begun to drop flights in advance of the peak summer travel season, while U.S. airlines have also announced some, albeit less dramatic, cutbacks.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

It takes me a while to get the words out, because they’re illogical.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam