In the following sentence, which conjunction should be used?
While/when/as John was reading, Peter was listening to music.
I'd appreciate your help.
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While/when/as John was reading, Peter was listening to music.
I'd appreciate your help.
While is best for a simple statement that two continuous events were happening at the same time.
When would, I think, imply that every time John sat down with a book, Peter put music on.
As is often used with a gradual change - As the water level was rising - As her health improved...