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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Since then, astronomers have been studying the asteroid, estimating its size to be at least 30 metres wide.
From Space Scoop
As part of the deal, the U.S. guaranteed the U.K. would get zero tariffs for its pharmaceutical exports to the U.S. for at least three years, the governments said.
Conditions are forecast to heat up Friday through the weekend, with temperatures at least 3 to 6 degrees above normal, according to the Weather Service.
From Los Angeles Times
I think he has been out of school long enough and should have it paid down at least a little more.
From MarketWatch
It intends to maintain a reserve sufficient to fund at least 12 months of its dividends and plans to expand the reserve to cover 24 months or more.
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