at times

phrase

Synonyms of at timesnext
: at intervals : occasionally

Examples of at times in a Sentence

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This can be a thankless job at times, and a simple thank you or act of kindness can mean everything to the men and women who give so much for our city. Sabrina Franza, CBS News, 1 July 2026 Judges at times proceeded with hearings before realizing the asylum seeker wasn’t in the room. Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026 That’s a small contract, especially for a player that has given the Pacers rotation minutes at times. Tony East, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 Throw in humidity, and the real-feel heat index will be even higher at times, the National Weather Service said. ABC News, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for at times

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of at times was in the 15th century

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“At times.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/at%20times. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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