at least
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Also, at the least . According to the lowest possible assessment, no less than. For example, At least a dozen more chairs are needed , or The job will take four hours at the least . [c. 1050]
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Anyway, anyhow, as in At least you got there on time , or The children enjoyed the dessert at least . [c. 1050] For synonyms, see at any rate ; in any case .
Example Sentences
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The rules also state shows must have a minimum of 60 episodes over at least five seasons to be eligible, which excludes big shows like “Ted Lasso” or “Succession,” for example.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026
Say what you will about UFC fighters, but at least the weight class means they’re required to take on opponents who can fight back.
From Salon • Jun. 17, 2026
Commerzbank CEO Bettina Orlopp on Monday said there could still be deal talks, but that UniCredit would at least have to offer a greater premium over its market price.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 17, 2026
However, diabetes research has been very successful in creating at least 13 different classes of drugs, multiple combination therapies, giving rise to at least 50 different medicines.
From Science Daily • Jun. 17, 2026
I pick up my headpiece; at least my body remembers how to do that by rote.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
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