at once

phrase

1

: at the same time : simultaneously

2

: immediately

3

: both entry 2

at once funny and sad

Examples of at once in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Women carrying twins or more babies at once also had substantially higher rates than those carrying one baby. — Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026

Built in 1939, the dwelling’s traditional facade, with gable dormers and white picket fencing, sets the tone for interiors by local design firm KKD that feel rustic and modern at once. — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 21 Aug. 2026

Today, Canyon View Ranch boards around 60 dogs at once, often with a waiting list stretching six months or longer. — Emma Madden, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026

Ownership claims over a lawyer's expertise run in three directions at once. — Hamid Kohan, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for at once

• bunce
• dunce