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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Many others, though, are in the middle - recognising the superficial appeal of the new F1, but feeling uncomfortable about it at the same time.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
By running multiple lasers at the same time, the system dramatically increases total data capacity compared to a single light source.
From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026
Don’t expect us to remain upset or all feel glum at the same time.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026
It’s happening at the same time as what the company’s CEO described as “the most dire housing market in decades.”
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
My skin goes clammy; I’m fuming and shocked at the same time, and I can’t isolate one feeling from the other.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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