time

Definition of timenext
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as in moment
a particular point at which an event takes place remember that one time you tried to wash the dog in the sink

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as in day
an extent of time associated with a particular person or thing back in my parents' time, families usually had only one car

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as in duration
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 time In 2003, in his first winter as owner, Moreno signed the best position player on the free-agent market in Hall of Famer Vladimir Guerrero and the best pitcher on the market in four-time All-Star Bartolo Colon. Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026 Joe Moorhead’s Zips went into the final four games of the 2025 season with a 2-6 mark and needing to win out in order to attain bowl eligibly for the first time since 2017. Tom Layberger, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026 Jonah Heim belted a grand slam and had a career-high six RBI for the Athletics, who lost for the 11th time in 14 games. Miami Herald, 6 July 2026 Even with this practice, there should be an effort, if possible, to avoid training or competition during the hottest times of day. Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for time
Recent Examples of Synonyms for time
Noun
  • Instead, Alfonzo’s first appearance, the culmination of nine tireless years, was somber , stricken by the grief overshadowing what should’ve been a joyous moment in the Dodgers’ to the Padres.
    Liana Handler Follow, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • With three Japanese players around him, the decision to immediately engage during such a transitional moment was incorrect.
    Mark Carey, New York Times, 6 July 2026
Noun
  • For full daily and monthly horoscopes as well as expert readings, see our full Horoscopes experience.
    USA TODAY, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • The technology still has to prove itself on safety, but the ride experience now counts too.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
Noun
  • Goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky and backup Daniil Tarasov will both be free agents in a matter of days, leaving Florida with a crucial hole — or net – to fill.
    Ava DiCecca, Sun Sentinel, 30 June 2026
  • But since reports linked the couple's big day to Madison Square Garden on July 3, new details have continued to emerge — from public permits and venue schedules to comments from teammates, city officials and the bride and groom.
    Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 30 June 2026
Noun
  • Some forms of beauty can only emerge through imperfection, repair, and duration.
    Emmanuel Olunkwa, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026
  • But for employers thinking strategically, the math tends to favor duration and age.
    Byron V. Garrett, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Noun
  • For the special occasion, Stone dazzled in what appeared to be either a strapless or a one-shoulder gown, per a photo obtained by E!
    Robyn Merrett, InStyle, 5 July 2026
  • Next up is a mouthwatering quarterfinal against Naomi Osaka, a Wimbledon occasion that will hopefully be worth the wait.
    Ava Wallace, New York Times, 5 July 2026
Noun
  • Plus, the simple silhouette easily transitions from daytime adventures to casual dinners.
    Aashna Gheewalla, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026
  • Hazem Mastouri’s goal prompted a bit more adventure but Ronald Koeman’s side were simply better and scored a third as Tunisia suffered a third straight defeat.
    Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 5 July 2026
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  • Sail 250 has brought foreign militaries to the United States amid a volatile period for the country's international relations.
    Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • Britain controlled Florida from 1763 until the territory was returned to Spain at the end of the Revolutionary War in 1783, a period of 20 years.
    Hank Tester, CBS News, 1 July 2026
Noun
  • Hernandez, 29, a contractor based in Franklin, about 20 miles south of Nashville, undertook the $380 project with furniture from HomeGoods after seeing his pet spend most of her life tucked away in a little corner.
    Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 5 July 2026
  • The operation was a testament to the growing effectiveness of a multinational collection of urban search-and-rescue squads — known as USAR — that have become ubiquitous life-savers at epicenters of calamity across the globe.
    Mery Mogollón, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026

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“Time.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/time. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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