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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Additionally, more doctors are inserting Watchman devices concomitantly, meaning they perform the procedure at the same time as another procedure.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
My husband will begin Social Security at the same time, based on my employment record, with an estimated monthly benefit of $2,000.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 29, 2026
We met the two for the first time, at the same time.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2026
Simon said that at the same time as her Parkinson's diagnosis, she was treated for a facial basal cell carcinoma.
From Barron's ● Jul. 27, 2026
He could stand to play six games of Go, Fish if he listened to the ball game at the same time.
From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret
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