Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
at-a-time
Adverbial Phrase
/æt ə taɪm/
Definition
An adverbial phrase meaning to do something in a single instance, without interruption.
Examples
- For this project, we will tackle each section at a time.
- He prefers to read one book at a time to fully absorb the material.
- Let’s take it one step at a time to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
Meaning
The phrase ‘at-a-time’ emphasizes the idea of focusing on one task or item before moving on to the next, suggesting a methodical or orderly approach.
Synonyms
- One at a time
- Sequentially
- Individually
