real time
noun
: the actual time during which something takes place
the computer may partly analyze the data in real time (as it comes in)—
R. H. March
R. H. Marchchatted online in real time
real-time
adjective
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In their study, the researchers from the University of Southern California (USC) argue that sweat is an easier alternative to blood for lithium tracking because it can both be collected noninvasively and reflect lithium concentrations in real time.
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Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Leaders high in emotional intelligence collect feedback in real time.
—Laurie Arron, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
Advertisement Footage of the event in real time shows a social media influencer known as Unicole Unicron leading a prayer for aliens.
—Olivia B. Waxman, Time, 29 July 2025
In their study, the researchers from the University of Southern California (USC) argue that sweat is an easier alternative to blood for lithium tracking because it can both be collected noninvasively and reflect lithium concentrations in real time.
—Hannah Millington, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 July 2025
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“Real time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/real%20time. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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