1 : during the time that
▪ Someone called while you were out. ▪ You can get the photos developed while you wait. ▪ The phone rang while I was doing the dishes. ▪ They met while they were in college. ▪ We should enjoy this good weather while it lasts. = We should enjoy this good weather while we can. ▪ Can I get you anything while I'm at the store? 2 — used to make a statement that describes how two people, groups, etc., are different ▪ While some people think his comedy is funny, others find him offensive. 3 : in spite of the fact that : although
▪ While (he is) respected, the mayor is not liked. ▪ He made a comment that, while well-intentioned, still hurt my feelings. ▪ While I think some parts of the plan are good, I don't think it's practical.
▪ Someone called while you were out. ▪ You can get the photos developed while you wait. ▪ The phone rang while I was doing the dishes. ▪ They met while they were in college. ▪ We should enjoy this good weather while it lasts. = We should enjoy this good weather while we can. ▪ Can I get you anything while I'm at the store?
▪ While (he is) respected, the mayor is not liked. ▪ He made a comment that, while well-intentioned, still hurt my feelings. ▪ While I think some parts of the plan are good, I don't think it's practical.





