at least

1. 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 .

2. 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]

Example Sentences

He entered a guilty plea to misdemeanor charges in California in a case in which he originally was charged with failing to pay at least $1.4 million in taxes.

From Los Angeles Times

The e-tattoo electrodes, on the other hand, showed stable connectivity for at least 24 hours.

From Science Daily

But at least they find their way to liking each other again.

From Salon

Soldiers said they had been told to capture at least one North Korean prisoner, preferably with documents.

From BBC

The prosecution has requested that at least 30 days be set aside for the legal proceedings that are expected to take place during 2025, preferably the first half of the year.

From BBC

Related Words

• partially
• slightly
• somewhat