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as long as Introduces a condition or duration; in these examples, it means that something remains true for as long as another action or situation continues.

SP: Puedes quedarte aquí en tanto respetes las reglas.

EN: You can stay here as long as you respect the rules.

Se nos ordenó guardar silencio en tanto podamos interceptar.

We were ordered to remain silent as long as we could intercept.

— El canto del lobo (2019)

Trabajaré en tanto viva.

I will work as long as I live.

Nuestro corazón nunca para de latir en tanto vivamos.

Our heart never stops beating as long as we live.

En tanto se mantengan los suministros básicos, no habrá por qué preocuparse.

As long as basic supplies are maintained, there will be no reason to worry.