| 词汇 | at any rate |
| 释义 | Idiom at any rate Theme: ANYWAY anyway. (Informal. Frequently used as an introduction to a conclusion or a final statement.)At any rate, we had a nice time at your party. We are grateful that you asked us.It's not much, at any rate, but it's the best we can do. Idiom at any rate more exactly.I don't think they liked my idea — at any rate, they weren't enthusiastic. at any rateAnyway. We're going to be late, but, at any rate, we should still be there be before 9. I think your mother just tolerates me—at any rate, she certainly doesn't shower me with affection. at any ratein any case; anyway. At any rate, what were we talking about? At any rate, I don't think you should quit your job. at any rateIn any event, whatever the case may be; also, at least. For example, At any rate, I promise to be there even if I'm a little late, or It may not pay well, but at any rate it's a job. [Early 1600s] Also see in any case. at ˈany rate(spoken)1 used to say that a particular fact is true in spite of what has happened in the past or what may happen in the future: Well, that’s one good piece of news at any rate. 2 used to show that you are being more accurate about something that you have just said: He said he’d be here on the 5th. At any rate, I think that’s what he said. 3 used to show that what you have just said is not as important as what you are going to say: There were maybe 80 or 90 people there. At any rate, the room was packed. at any rate1. Whatever the case may be; in any case: You should at any rate apologize. 2. Used to indicate a revision or correction to a previous remark: We were delighted, or at any rate satisfied, with the results. |
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