both when and while vs both when or while

Both "both when and while" and "both when or while" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Both when and while" is used when you want to emphasize that two conditions are true at the same time, while "both when or while" is used when you want to present two options or possibilities.

Last updated: March 27, 2024

both when and while

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to emphasize that two conditions are true at the same time.

This phrase is used to indicate that two things happen simultaneously or under the same circumstances.

Examples:

He was happy both when he was with his friends and while he was playing his favorite game.
She enjoys both when she is reading a book and while she is listening to music.
I feel relaxed both when I am at the beach and while I am hiking in the mountains.
The children were laughing both when they were watching a movie and while they were playing in the garden.
The team performed well both when they were under pressure and while they were relaxed.

Alternatives:

simultaneously when and while
at the same time when and while
both during when and while
equally when and while
concurrently when and while

both when or while

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when presenting two options or possibilities.

This phrase is used to introduce two alternatives or choices that are being considered.

Examples:

You can choose both when you want to go out or while you prefer to stay at home.
The project can be completed both when the team works overtime or while they stick to regular hours.
You have the option to eat out both when you are in the mood for Italian food or while you crave Chinese cuisine.
The company offers flexibility both when employees want to work from the office or while they prefer to work remotely.
Students can submit their assignments both when they are due or while they request an extension.

Alternatives:

either when or while
whether when or while
if when or while
when or while
in case of when or while

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both when and while vs both when or while