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Idioms: at once


1.  At the same time, as in We can't all fit into the boat at once. [First half of 1200s] Also see at one time, def. 1.
2.  Immediately, as in Mother told the children to come inside at once. [First half of 1500s]


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The adverb has 2 meanings:

Meaning #1: without delay; with no time intervening
  Synonyms: immediately, instantly, straightaway, straight off, directly, now, right away, forthwith, in real time

Meaning #2: simultaneously
  Synonyms: at a time, at one time


 
 

 

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Idioms. The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer. Copyright © 1997 by The Christine Ammer 1992 Trust. Published by Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved.  Read more
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