the moment
noun
: as soon as
The moment the cameras are turned off, he is able to relax.
Everything stops the moment she walks in the room.
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As Prince William took part in the military parade, the Princess and the children traveled in the open carriage, all smiles and enjoying the moment of sun.
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Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 14 June 2025
While those by his side jumped for joy and screamed at the top of their lungs in primal celebrations, South Africa’s skipper simply bowed his head and tried to soak in the moment.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
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Swept up in the moment?
—Usa Today, USA Today, 14 June 2025
Noem, of course, could have said something in the moment to defuse the situation.
—Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2025
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Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 14 June 2025
While those by his side jumped for joy and screamed at the top of their lungs in primal celebrations, South Africa’s skipper simply bowed his head and tried to soak in the moment.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
Read the full Pisces Daily Horoscope Aries (March 21 - April 19)
Swept up in the moment?
—Usa Today, USA Today, 14 June 2025
Noem, of course, could have said something in the moment to defuse the situation.
—Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for the moment
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“The moment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20moment. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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