at least
Idioms-
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 dedication from a soldier to Mercurius Alatheus, dated September 9, 246 CE, shows that the sanctuary remained active at least into the mid-3rd century CE.
From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026
According to the Pew Research Center, more than half of American adults now get at least some of their news from social media platforms like Facebook, YouTube, X and TikTok.
From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026
Nevertheless, "having astronauts describing what they're seeing... That is an occurrence that at least two generations of people on Earth have never heard before," he said.
From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026
Not true — the Pew Research Center found 32 countries that have standards just like ours, while at least 50 others allow people born within their borders to become citizens if they meet certain criteria.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
“Anyway, she had at least one person here who she liked. She liked you.”
From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott
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