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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Investment company Ares is expected to provide at least 1 billion euros as part of the capital increase, which will dilute Eni’s ownership of Plenitude to close to 65%, the Italian company said.
"Training all major muscle groups at least twice a week matters far more than chasing the idea of a 'perfect' or complex training plan. Whether it's barbells, bands, or bodyweight, consistency and effort drive results."
From Science Daily
Therefore, they assert, at least some of the gains reported by investors are due not to real advances in an asset’s value, but to inflation.
From Los Angeles Times
Not to all agree with each other,” she explains, “but talk to each other. Find a way to gel, or at least smooth around.”
From Los Angeles Times
“However, this is still not likely as there was at least some sodium fluoride which would help preserve the sample.”
From Los Angeles Times
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