even now/then

idiom

1

—used to stress that something is or was happening at a particular time

They are even now preparing for his arrival.

Enemy troops were even then approaching the city.

2

—used to stress that something (such as a person's attitude or behavior) was or is very surprising and unexpected

We showed her the proof, but even then, she wouldn't admit she was wrong.

Despite all that went wrong, he insists even now that he would do it again.

Examples of even now/then in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

State law currently says the governor can recommend the state inspector general be named a special prosecutor over a particular case that the county prosecutor declines to take up, but even then, the ultimate decision lies with an appeals court judge. —Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 26 July 2025

But even then, the glow of victory didn’t last long. —Don Yaeger, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025

In these cases, the supplement may offer a small boost in managing blood pressure.45 But even then, the blood pressure-lowering effect isn’t guaranteed. —Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 14 July 2025

But even then, that only is the opening of his extension window. —Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 12 July 2025