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point in time

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  1. A particular moment, as in At no point in time had they decided to leave the country, or The exact point in time when he died has not been determined. Critics say this usage is wordy since in most cases either point or time will suffice. However, it has survived since the mid-1700s. Also see at this point.

Example Sentences

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We have family meetings every quarter, and we’re passing on wealth at this point in time.

From The Wall Street Journal

At this point in time, the monthly would be approximately $1,900.

From MarketWatch

"The reality is at this point in time, I think the best and highest use of capital is continued investment in business development."

From Barron's

Unlike a single cortisol test, which reflects stress at just one point in time, the size of the adrenal glands functions more like a long-term gauge of chronic stress.

From Science Daily

They typically take legal action like suing a company on antitrust grounds based on a single point in time.

From Barron's

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