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During

usgb/ˈdʊrɪŋ/Volume
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Time Span

Use 'during' to indicate a specific period when an event occurs, not just a point in time.

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She visited several museums during her stay in Paris.
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Overlap of Events

'During' shows that two or more events are happening at the same time.

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The child slept during the long flight.
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Event Duration

Indicates an ongoing event which encompasses another event or period.

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His interest in music bloomed during his teenage years.
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