Showing results for this time. Search instead for this+time.

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

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

"I became a soccer fanatic after that. And I'm hoping the same thing for my nephew" this time, he said.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Speaking of Holmes, “Sherlock” co-creator and co-star Mark Gatiss is up to it again, this time in the leading role.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

That message sang me to sleep on many nights, and that story explains why it’s stayed with me all this time — it is a masterpiece of melodic sorcery and science, as one.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

This month's full Moon represents the harvesting of strawberries at this time of year.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

But this time I also see a different me.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam

this time

Example Sentences

Related Words