'while' in a sentence
Learn how to use 'while' with 20 example sentences.
- while noun
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: a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition
for a while
once in a while
after a while
a while ago
all the while
little while
while away
short while
Could you water my plants while I'm away?
Strike while the iron is hot.
He got lost while walking in the woods.
Drink your coffee while it's still hot.
We often watch TV while we're eating breakfast.
Many families eat dinner while watching TV.
You'll have to wait a while.
It might take a little while.
Take care of my flowers while I'm away.
A lot has happened while you've been gone.
Let's play cards while we're waiting.
We decided to leave him alone for a while.
He wrote a letter while listening to music.
Can you watch your brother for a little while?
He drew that picture a while ago.
I'll read a book while you're sleeping.
He will be my deputy while I am away.
Is it true that horses sleep while standing up?
While you drive, you should focus on the road.
It took me a while to find you.