at least
Idioms-
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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In both of these misguided invasions, Americans apparently convinced themselves that Canadians essentially did not exist, at least not as a people or a nation with a shared collective identity.
From Salon ● Aug. 31, 2026
But in most of those earlier cases, presidents at least hid behind principle.
From Slate ● Aug. 31, 2026
In total, 3,925 people are unaccounted for, with at least 939 known to have died.
From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2026
Most investors who have bought SpaceX shares in the stock market have lost money, at least on paper.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 31, 2026
Or at least overheard my name spoken since we were seated only one row in front of her.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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