Meaning
At the same time as; but.
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Word origin
From Old English hwil, meaning a length of time, the same word seen in the phrase a little while.
- Origin
- Old English
- Root
- hwil
Examples
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Grammar articles
(6)English Filler Words: um, well, so, like, you know
Linking Words in English: although, despite, however
Participle clauses in English: -ing, -ed and having done
Past continuous in English: was/were + -ing, with examples
English phrasal verbs exercises with answers: 80 questions
Time clauses in English: when, while, until, as soon as
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 3, lesson 11: while, such, also and 7 more words.