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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A total of 631 people spent at least one night sleeping rough in Derby in 2025, according to figures released by Derby Homes to the BBC under the Freedom of Information Act.
From BBC • May 4, 2026
The majority acknowledged that the New York Legislature had deliberately created districts with at least 65% nonwhite voters and significantly reduced the influence of Hasidic voters.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026
Any potential move, the Journal noted, would come as Cohen sets his sights on expanding the company’s market valuation to at least $100 billion.
From MarketWatch • May 3, 2026
Earlier Sunday, South Africa's health ministry told AFP there had been an outbreak of a "severe acute respiratory illness", which had killed at least two people, with a third in intensive care in Johannesburg.
From Barron's • May 3, 2026
“We must show the bathing costumes at least every other week.”
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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