times

Definition of timesnext
plural of time
1
as in moments
a particular point at which an event takes place remember that one time you tried to wash the dog in the sink

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as in days
an extent of time associated with a particular person or thing back in my parents' time, families usually had only one car

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as in durations
the period during which something exists, lasts, or is in progress how much time will the project take?

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Recent Examples of times The only sign of life was an electronic arrivals screen, which showed the arrival times of flights from Fort Lauderdale, Chicago, Miami, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Myrtle Beach, and Detroit. John Cassidy, New Yorker, 11 May 2026 Ordaz has found the net eight times in 67 matches. Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026 Both times also established pool records. Dan Albano, Oc Register, 10 May 2026 The only two players to hit 60 or more homers multiple times in a career are Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa, both of whom were linked to performance-enhancing drugs. Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026 By that single metric, a small subscription platform run out of London is more than thirty times more revenue-efficient than the company that gave us the iPhone. Gabriel Alin Zainescu, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026 Higher charging rates naturally generate more thermal stress, raising questions about whether ultra-fast systems such as BYD’s Megawatt Flash Charge technology could impact long-term battery durability in exchange for dramatically shorter charging times. Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 10 May 2026 Orlando turned the ball over three times — twice inside the red zone — and there were also untimely penalties and numerous missed tackles as Orlando lost for the second straight game 20-14. Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 May 2026 Brother Rice scored six more times in the second, with Campbell contributing another double. Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
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Noun
  • My work is driven by a fascination with atmosphere, emotion, and the quiet beauty hidden in everyday life—the kind of moments most people pass by without noticing.
    CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 May 2026
  • Obsession has more than its share of shocking moments, with one sudden, brutally violent attack coming so out of nowhere that you’re left reeling.
    Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026
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  • There’s also a chill place to hang post hanging ten, surf-wellness experiences, skateboarding clinics, and e-foiling.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026
  • For many families, traveling is an exciting time—to meet new people, explore new destinations and create special experiences.
    Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
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  • Her transfer comes after days of pleading by her family and others who described her condition as critical.
    Sarah el Deeb, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
  • The couple was released three days later, but the children have remained in state custody ever since.
    Ava Kofman, New Yorker, 11 May 2026
Noun
  • Yields fell across durations on Wednesday morning as nerves calmed, but narrowed on reports Starmer’s leadership rival Wes Streeting is preparing to resign as health secretary.
    Elsa Ohlen,Joseph Wilkins,Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 13 May 2026
  • That data consisted of random phone numbers and matches with names, call times and call durations.
    Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
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  • On several occasions, Waters sided with Republicans who challenged Porter’s use of visual and audio aids during hearings.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
  • That last statement is noteworthy because Benson estimates there were as many as a dozen occasions during the season when pregame discussions focused on whether Pagliocca would be able to play.
    Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
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  • Audiences are going to have a lot of fun with the adventures and misadventures of these unusual characters, all brought to life with extraordinary quality.
    Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026
  • Some of Scott's adventures included riding the TRON coaster, taking photos with Darth Vader and watching Chewbacca swoop in on Deschanel.
    Mackenzie Schmidt, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Noun
  • This trusty appetizer with layers of flavorful Gouda cheese and ham and a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning is one all ages will love.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
  • The quirky, all-ages murder mystery features a starry ensemble including Hugh Jackman, Emma Thompson and Nicholas Braun, as well as the voices of Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bryan Cranston, Regina Hall and Patrick Stewart as the sheep who try to figure out who murdered their shepherd.
    Lindsey Bahr, Fortune, 11 May 2026
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  • During their lifetimes, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri were reportedly regular collaborators with a healthy mutual respect for each other’s immeasurable musical talents.
    Jon O'Brien, IndieWire, 8 May 2026
  • Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer, with 1 in 5 Americans developing it in their lifetimes, according to the American Academy of Dermatology.
    Cara Lynn Shultz, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026

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