at times

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Definition of at timesnext
as in sometimes
on some occasions That tired old dog still shows a spark of energy at times.

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Recent Examples of at times The story follows a group of journalists in Bosnia during the war, examining the role of journalism at times of great conflict. — Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 18 Aug. 2026 Increase that to a million, and there would at times be more visible satellites in the sky than stars. — Jonathan O'Callaghan, Scientific American, 18 Aug. 2026 He was also criticized for micromanaging military operations, which at times, did play to his strengths such as organizing the surprise Kursk operation. — David Kirichenko, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026 The duo would go on to pursue a romance that was both public and, at times, dramatic. — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 17 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for at times

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“At times.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/at%20times. Accessed 21 Aug. 2026.

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