Example sentences of "while the [noun] are [being] " in BNC.

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1 The Publisher 's appointed representative has the right to be present while the copies are being made .
2 Dip this end into hormone rooting powder while it is still moist from the cut so that some powder adheres , shake or tap off the surplus and lay it aside for a few minutes while the others are being prepared .
3 If you have too many coming out of the oven at the same time , some will set too hard while the others are being rolled up .
4 The process can be speeded up somewhat by changing the blotting paper several times while the flowers are being pressed , although you must be extremely careful as the plants will be exceptionally fragile at this point and it may do more harm than good to disturb them .
5 Fades are well within the video repertoire of the average home movie maker , and they can be done either on the camcorder while the shots are being taken or later at the editing stage when they are being copied during assembly .
6 While the formalities are being dealt with , relatives should be given every comfort and assistance if they seek it .
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