at one's convenience

Idioms  

1. Also, at one's earliest convenience. Whenever one wishes; also, as soon as one can. For example, Pick up the car any time, at your convenience, or We need that drawing very soon, so please finish it at your earliest convenience. The use of convenience in the sense of “ease” or “absence of trouble” dates from about 1700.

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Example Sentences

For many, the shutdown was not just a temporary inconvenience but a stark reminder of how deeply digital access shapes their everyday life.

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2026

As with groceries, seeking discounts on housing can take some extra effort, but that temporary inconvenience may help save you much more in the long run.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 10, 2023

"When you are living paycheck to paycheck, a short or missed check isn't just a temporary inconvenience; it can mean racking up late payments on rent and bills, skipped meals, and struggling to afford gas."

From Salon • Nov. 30, 2022

I hope you are able to reclaim your space soon, but do remember that this is a temporary inconvenience, one that could be saving lives.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2020

In defence of his position that it was a temporary inconvenience, sure to vanish with returning vigour, he simply nailed his colours to the mast—would hear of no surrender.

From When Ghost Meets Ghost by De Morgan, William Frend

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