at least
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- If something is at least some amount or level, it is not less that that, but it could be more.
- Synonym: minimum
- I don't know how much it costs, but it's at least $10.
- This will take at least an hour.
- You use at least to suggest that something is the worst or most basic of the acceptable options.
- Synonym: minimum
- At least she deserves your thanks.
- You use at least to focus on a positive part of a bad situation.
- It's too bad you broke your arm, but at least you can still hold things.
- You use at least when you want to change, correct, or qualify something you just said.
- It should be easier the second time. At least, that's what they told me.
- It's pretty easy to find a good school. At least, it is here.