at the same time

1. Nevertheless, however, as in Mary agreed with her mother's criticism, but at the same time she wanted to defend her husband's views . [c. 1700]

2. Simultaneously, as in We were all scheduled to leave at the same time . This idiom was first recorded in 1526. For synonyms, see at once , def. 1; at one time , def. 1.

Example Sentences

They tried to test the idea by putting two hoses near Anchali at the same time.

From NewsForKids.net

It’s a measure of the strength of Max's character that he has managed to handle this with such equanimity, especially as the team’s competitive form was falling away at the same time.

From BBC

Bangladesh, Nepal and Sri Lanka are all negotiating with the company and often the Indian government at the same time.

From New York Times

“People were weeping in the room, and laughing at the same time,” the artist remembered.

From Los Angeles Times

“It’s a product of all the hard work that we put in, but at the same time, you have to focus up and realize that there’s a lot of football left,” Herbert said.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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