at least
Idioms-
Also, at the least . According to the lowest possible assessment, no less than. For example, At least a dozen more chairs are needed , or The job will take four hours at the least . [c. 1050]
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Anyway, anyhow, as in At least you got there on time , or The children enjoyed the dessert at least . [c. 1050] For synonyms, see at any rate ; in any case .
Example Sentences
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And 35 years ago, oil prices had their biggest single-day drop in history just after coalition forces began bombing Saddam Hussein’s military—a conflict affecting at least three major crude exporters.
He also said the new policy would mean only those who had already lived in County Durham for at least two years could join the housing register - though some exemptions would apply.
From BBC
For now, at least, it seems clubs are not too concerned - that AI is just something happening on social media.
From BBC
The project team also hopes to recruit at least 40 volunteers to maintain the new areas in parks, schools and community hubs.
From BBC
Enough, at least, to be satisfied with what came of a sometimes frustrating season.
From Los Angeles Times
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