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) …—
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R. H. Marchchatted online in real time
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The joint effort marks a significant milestone in autonomous electronic warfare by showcasing how unmanned systems can detect, analyze and respond to electromagnetic threats in real time without human intervention.
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Amazon says the Bee bracelet never stores audio recordings at any point, and that all conversations are processed in real time and then discarded.
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Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 17 Mar. 2026
When issues arise in Asia while the clients are traveling, the travel assistance team is there in real time to resolve the problems.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
The joint effort marks a significant milestone in autonomous electronic warfare by showcasing how unmanned systems can detect, analyze and respond to electromagnetic threats in real time without human intervention.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 16 Mar. 2026
Amazon says the Bee bracelet never stores audio recordings at any point, and that all conversations are processed in real time and then discarded.
—Brian Cheung, NBC news, 16 Mar. 2026
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“Real time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/real%20time. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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