N4Grammar

~ている間(あいだ)

While, During the time that ~

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Examples

While I was showering, the doorbell rang.

I'll do the laundry while the baby is sleeping.

I received a message from a friend while I was on the train.

A package was delivered while I was away on a business trip.

While I was listening to music, I suddenly remembered something important.

It started raining while I was waiting for the bus.

While my mom was out shopping, I tidied up my room.

I ran into a high school classmate while walking the dog.

While I was making coffee, I checked my email.

While I was lost in thought, I missed my stop.

The power went out while I was playing a game.

The cat stole the fish while I wasn't looking for a moment.