at once
Example Sentences
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It’s like trying to describe a song that exists all at once, without being performed, heard or unfolding.
From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026
"The logistics crisis does not distinguish between military and civilian needs, it hits everything at once."
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
The confrontation did not erupt all at once.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026
There are so many news stories happening at once that it’s risky to say, “I’m going to write one big story, and I’m going to publish it on this day.”
From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026
He reaches for my arm as I stalk down the path, frantically jimmying the stubborn gate until at once it bursts open.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
