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While away

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Leisurely Contexts

'While away' suggests relaxed, unhurried activities with free time, and it's typically not used for work or stressful contexts.

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On Sundays, I like to while away the morning with a good book.
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Time Filler

Use 'while away' when doing something to make the time pass more pleasantly or less noticed, especially during waits.

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He whiled away the wait for his flight by playing games on his phone.
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No Significant Outcome

'While away' implies that the activity isn't very productive or doesn't result in anything significant.

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We whiled away the evening chatting about old times.
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