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

chatted online in real time

real-time

ˈrē(-ə)l-ˈtīm 

adjective

Examples of real time in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Earlier products would show where fish were located, but advancements now enable anglers to see images of fish in real time. —ABC News, 15 June 2026

Equipped with artificial intelligence, visual weld seam recognition, and intelligent 3D laser vision alignment, the mechanical arm scans its environment in real time. —Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 15 June 2026

Real-time verification network where Grady students help spot emerging online disinformation and funnel findings with AJC reporters in real time. —Hugo Rojo, AJC.com, 15 June 2026

Certainly, besides the midterms in November, there are some other real time calendars issues coming up fast for Paramount. —Dominic Patten, Deadline, 15 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for real time

• airtime
• bedtime
• daytime
• downtime
• enzyme
• halftime
• lifetime
• longtime
• lunchtime
• mealtime
• meantime
• nighttime