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as in experiences
an exciting or noteworthy event that one experiences firsthand
enjoys telling us about the times he had while he was in the army
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as in durations
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 times
At times, officials in the Mayor’s office viewed Jeffries as an ally.
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Jason Zengerle, New Yorker, 18 May 2026
Some come out the other side of illness, but most loop through an unpredictable whirlpool, at times within sight of shore, at other moments spinning back out to sea.
—Literary Hub, 18 May 2026
Harris is Detroit’s second option outside of the paint offensively, which explains why the Pistons offense can seem delicate at times.
—Law Murray, New York Times, 18 May 2026
But for China’s property market, like all property markets, the good times couldn’t last forever.
—Chris Lau, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
Ordaz has found the net eight times in 67 matches.
—Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
The only two players to hit 60 or more homers multiple times in a career are Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa, both of whom were linked to performance-enhancing drugs.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
Higher charging rates naturally generate more thermal stress, raising questions about whether ultra-fast systems such as BYD’s Megawatt Flash Charge technology could impact long-term battery durability in exchange for dramatically shorter charging times.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 10 May 2026
Finally, establishing strict boundaries, like disabling notifications and setting specific usage times, prevents addiction and maintains focus.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
Jason Zengerle, New Yorker, 18 May 2026
Some come out the other side of illness, but most loop through an unpredictable whirlpool, at times within sight of shore, at other moments spinning back out to sea.
—Literary Hub, 18 May 2026
Harris is Detroit’s second option outside of the paint offensively, which explains why the Pistons offense can seem delicate at times.
—Law Murray, New York Times, 18 May 2026
But for China’s property market, like all property markets, the good times couldn’t last forever.
—Chris Lau, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
Ordaz has found the net eight times in 67 matches.
—Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
The only two players to hit 60 or more homers multiple times in a career are Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa, both of whom were linked to performance-enhancing drugs.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
Higher charging rates naturally generate more thermal stress, raising questions about whether ultra-fast systems such as BYD’s Megawatt Flash Charge technology could impact long-term battery durability in exchange for dramatically shorter charging times.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 10 May 2026
Finally, establishing strict boundaries, like disabling notifications and setting specific usage times, prevents addiction and maintains focus.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for times
Noun
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The honk of strident organ music would punctuate moments of tension.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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Pictured below moments after his red carpet appearance with Baptista, Cassel offers the gentlemanly arm to accompany the reigning queen of French cinema and his fellow cast member in Histoires Parallèles, Catherine Deneueve, to her seat.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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There’s also a chill place to hang post hanging ten, surf-wellness experiences, skateboarding clinics, and e-foiling.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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For many families, traveling is an exciting time—to meet new people, explore new destinations and create special experiences.—
Judy Koutsky,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Just days after choosing Fever rookie Raven Johnson over generational superstar Caitlin Clark to front the promotional graphics for Sunday's matchup against the Seattle Storm, Indiana took the court and let the box score settle the discourse.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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Rather than romanticizing the awards-season whirlwind, Coon described the logistical reality behind it that includes 18-hour days, early-morning events, parenting responsibilities and the invisible labor required to sustain a performing career.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
18 May 2026
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Yields fell across durations on Wednesday morning as nerves calmed, but narrowed on reports Starmer’s leadership rival Wes Streeting is preparing to resign as health secretary.—
Elsa Ohlen,Joseph Wilkins,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
13 May 2026
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That data consisted of random phone numbers and matches with names, call times and call durations.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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Their sleek design would go well with everything from jeans and a lightweight button-up shirt, à la the Duchess, to a blazer and slacks for more formal occasions.—
Aaron Royce,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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Get ready for special occasions with this tea party-chic dress that gives off cottagecore vibes.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 May 2026
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Despite living in the most landlocked part of the British midlands in the 1980s, we were obsessed with the adventures of these 1929 pre-war kids messing about on boats in the Lake District.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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The dog of outdoor adventures for seriously ill children was not, in other words, being wagged by the tail of the popular salad-dressing company.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
20 May 2026
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The academy is for female inmates, ages 13 to 18, who need mental health or substance abuse services, according to the Department of Juvenile Justice website.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
18 May 2026
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The resort’s Bula Club includes complimentary nanny service for kids under five, and for children ages six to 12, there are hands-on activities such as mangrove planting, sustainability lessons, reef education, storytelling, and visits to nearby villages.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
18 May 2026
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The soil samples confirmed that these individuals had been treated with mercury during their lifetimes, rather than absorbing it from the soil.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
17 May 2026
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For years, experts warned that Covid-19 would not be the last major infectious disease crisis of our lifetimes.—
Krutika Kuppalli,
STAT,
15 May 2026
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