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While away

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Leisurely ContextsPlay
'While away' suggests relaxed, unhurried activities with free time, and it's typically not used for work or stressful contexts. SlideOn Sundays, I like to while away the morning with a good book.
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Time FillerPlay
Use 'while away' when doing something to make the time pass more pleasantly or less noticed, especially during waits. SlideHe whiled away the wait for his flight by playing games on his phone.
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No Significant OutcomePlay
'While away' implies that the activity isn't very productive or doesn't result in anything significant. SlideWe whiled away the evening chatting about old times.