- a period or interval of time: to wait a long while;He arrived a short while ago.
- a particular time or occasion.
- during or in the time that.
- throughout the time that; as long as.
- even though; although: While she appreciated the honor, she could not accept the position.
- at the same time that (showing an analogous or corresponding action): The floor was strewn with books, while magazines covered the tables.
- until.
- to cause (time) to pass, especially in some easy or pleasant manner (usually followed by away).
- See entry at all the while.
- worth one's time, trouble, or expense: The art exhibition that opened yesterday isn't worth your while.
- at the same time that
- all the time that
- in spite of the fact that
- whereas; and in contrast
- during the activity of
- Scot and Northern English dialect another word for until you'll have to wait while Monday for these sheets; you'll never make any progress while you listen to me
- a period or interval of time
- trouble or time (esp in the phrase worth one's while)
- at that time
