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this time

ADVERB

once

Synonyms

STRONGEST

already before earlier formerly late previously

STRONG

erstwhile

WEAK

a single time at one time away back back back when but once bygone heretofore in the old days in the olden days in times gone by in times past long ago old on one occasion once only once upon a time one one time before one time previously only one time quondam sometime time was whilom

Antonyms

STRONGEST

currently future later presently

NOUN

present

Synonyms

STRONGEST

now today

STRONG

instant nonce

WEAK

here and now present moment the time being this day

Antonyms

WEAK

future past

Example Sentences

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But this time, Wyle has assumed far more control over the Emmy chaos by producing and directing as well as acting.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026

Root has previously said he stepped down as skipper because he had a "very unhealthy relationship" with the job, but said he only had a "little think" before confirming he would return this time.

From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026

Now, Mbappé is back for the third World Cup of his career—only this time no one can quite agree who he is.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026

The research published on Tuesday suggests that public trust worldwide is at 37%, three points down on this time last year.

From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026

I tried to read again and made some progress this time.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin

this time

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