at the same time
Idioms-
Simultaneously, as in We were all scheduled to leave at the same time . This idiom was first recorded in 1526. For synonyms, see at once , def. 1; at one time , def. 1.
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Nevertheless, however, as in Mary agreed with her mother's criticism, but at the same time she wanted to defend her husband's views . [c. 1700]
Example Sentences
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In that conversation, you have both happening at the same time.
From Slate • May 27, 2026
“Everyone at the same time thought the worst thing to do would be to have different practices,” he said.
From Salon • May 27, 2026
Different regions of the early Solar System likely evolved under very different conditions, and multiple stages of planet formation may have happened at the same time.
From Science Daily • May 26, 2026
"But at the same time, I think twice. I don't want to be arrested by ICE," he said, referring to Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers tasked with arresting and deporting undocumented foreign nationals.
From Barron's • May 26, 2026
“We’ll help you,” they said at the same time.
From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff
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