at times

phrase

Synonyms of at timesnext
: at intervals : occasionally

Examples of at times in a Sentence

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Visibilities may be reduced to one quarter mile or less at times. — Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 29 Oct. 2026 Though wanting to differentiate itself from TOS was the right move, some of the scripts could have used a little more derring-do, and the Picard character comes off at times as a little too cold. — Jordan Hoffman, Vanity Fair, 29 Oct. 2026 Yes, this can also get confrontational at times, with words being traded and attitudes checked at either the tailgate tent or the door to each hosting house. — Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2026 Arizona’s suit said the chatbot pushes teens to share personal information and at times discourages them from telling parents, authorities or friends. — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 28 Oct. 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 1 Nov. 2026.

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