time

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as in moment
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 day
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 duration
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 time Osbourne performed multiple times in Kentucky throughout his career, including stops at Rupp Arena, Cardinal Stadium and Freedom Hall. Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 23 July 2025 Some studies suggest that those with the condition, particularly an advanced or severe form, have a death rate that is about a 1.5 times higher than that of the general population, according to the American Parkinson Disease Association. Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 22 July 2025 At the time of the incident, Trump was in Washington, D.C., when Shaw allegedly drove what was described by law enforcement as a Mercedes van to the south gate of Mar-a-Lago shortly before 10 p.m. and parked along Southern Boulevard. Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 11 July 2025 This past season, Thrun, a Harvard alum, appeared in 60 games, had 12 points, and averaged 17:31 of ice time. Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 11 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for time
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Noun
  • Every leader eventually encounters a moment when a team member seems distracted, overwhelmed or simply not like themselves.
    Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 23 July 2025
  • Amid the chaotic mess England had created for themselves, Kelly brought a moment of calm.
    Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 23 July 2025
Noun
  • Prime Development and Crestwood Custom Homes bring decades of experience and a reputation for excellence to every home.
    Prime Development, Kansas City Star, 20 July 2025
  • However, cleaning your bathtub is crucial to maintaining a good bathing experience.
    Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 20 July 2025
Noun
  • The Head-to-Toe Neutral Outfit While summer is all about color, monochrome looks are just what the mood calls for some days.
    Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 15 July 2025
  • Indeed, insiders report that the clerical committee tasked with selecting a successor to Khamenei has accelerated its search efforts in recent days.
    Ilan Berman, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
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  • Expectations were low for the summit in the Chinese capital marking 50 years of diplomatic ties after weeks of escalating tension and wrangling over its format, with the duration abruptly halved to a single day at Beijing’s request.
    Reuters, NBC news, 24 July 2025
  • To prevent the transfer of sensitive intellectual property, the exiting team members are required to serve a period of gardening leave, the duration of which is decided in their contract with the current team.
    Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 July 2025
Noun
  • On the second occasion, the OP arrived 10 minutes late to lunch but made sure to text her friend ahead of time to apologize for her tardiness.
    Erin Clack, People.com, 20 July 2025
  • However, the same doesn't apply to those that are used on occasion.
    Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2025
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  • Instead looks like a live-action colorful comic book adventure and is currently flying high in the box office with takings of $406.8 million after just 10 days in theaters.
    Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025
  • Gail and Alicia have been best friends for decades and this trip was a chance for the two to celebrate and have a grand adventure.
    Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 21 July 2025
Noun
  • The movie spans a month or so in summer, which is a slow period in Jeanne’s career as a field claims adjuster, giving her the flexibility to deal with the children … for now.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 15 July 2025
  • Project 2025, the conservative playbook that Trump has denied involvement with, although some of his second-term policies mirror those laid out in the initiative, proposed that the Title I program should be phased out over a decade-long period.
    Chad de Guzman, Time, 15 July 2025
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  • Advertisement Launched in 2003 by President George W. Bush, the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) is widely considered one of America’s most consequential programs in Africa, credited with saving over 25 million lives and scaling back the AIDS epidemic.
    Nik Popli, Time, 15 July 2025
  • Quebrada’s upcoming film tells the story of a married woman, Cecilia, who faces silent grief after her lover’s sudden death, mourning in secret amid normal life.
    Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 15 July 2025

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