at the same time (A2)

idiomatic phrase

Pronunciation: æt ðə seɪm taɪm

Definition

Happening or existing together or in parallel; simultaneously.

Examples

• The two events happened at the same time, causing confusion.

• He can listen to music and study at the same time.

• It's difficult to balance work and family life at the same time.

How to Use at the same time

at the same time (idiom)

Simultaneously; happening together. — "She managed to study and work at the same time."

Synonyms of at the same time

Words with a similar meaning to at the same time:

• simultaneously
• concurrently
• together
• meanwhile

Antonyms of at the same time

Words with the opposite meaning to at the same time:

• sequentially
• separately
• consecutively

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