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point in time

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  1. A particular moment, as in At no point in time had they decided to leave the country, or The exact point in time when he died has not been determined. Critics say this usage is wordy since in most cases either point or time will suffice. However, it has survived since the mid-1700s. Also see at this point.

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At the same time, the researchers caution that the study captures only a single point in time.

From Science Daily

At some point in time, you go through a difficult period, and when that happens, they bring in fresh blood.

From The Wall Street Journal

The defence lawyer said even an emergency stop at that point in time would not have stopped a crash and could have even impacted the Stena Immaculate's accommodation area, putting more lives at risk.

From BBC

The year 2025 now holds two significant points in time: life before the fire, and after it.

From Los Angeles Times

“We are at a unique point in time where technology enables agents that can truly understand and respond, and where enterprises are under unprecedented pressure to reskill and upskill their workforce.”

From The Wall Street Journal

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