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as in sometimes

on some occasions That tired old dog still shows a spark of energy at times.

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Recent Examples of at times Though the highway is considered one of the most challenging (and, at times, dangerous, depending on conditions), know that campers and semi-trucks frequently drive this route. — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026 This World Cup is going to be hot and at times stormy, with a sizeable chunk of its 104 games set to be played above 90F (32C). — Aaron Mentkowski, New York Times, 5 July 2026 But at times there was also some sunshine at the 80th Avenue Metra Station and for a few hours Saturday night, there was some pleasant weather. — Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026 Cubans have described on social media how the situation has changed their routine, with some waking up past midnight to cook to take advantage of the few hours of electricity, or at times sleeping on the floor because of the unbearable heat. — Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for at times

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