even now/then
idiom
1
—used to stress that something is or was happening at a particular time
They are even now preparing for his arrival.
Enemy troops were even then approaching the city.
2
—used to stress that something (such as a person's attitude or behavior) was or is very surprising and unexpected
We showed her the proof, but even then, she wouldn't admit she was wrong.
Despite all that went wrong, he insists even now that he would do it again.
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But even then, Canada might retaliate with export fees on energy exports.
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Michael Lynch, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
Local guidelines block Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, from accessing schools without a warrant, and even then, administrators must consult with senior field counsel first.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 23 Jan. 2025
And even then there were 19 holdout songs that could have totally knocked the Jenga down.
—Mike Ryan, IndieWire, 22 Jan. 2025
The Islanders are sure to want to take their shot at the postseason, meaning GM Lou Lamoriello may be unwilling to sell until the last possible moment — and even then at a high price.
—Jonas Siegel, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
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Michael Lynch, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
Local guidelines block Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, from accessing schools without a warrant, and even then, administrators must consult with senior field counsel first.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 23 Jan. 2025
And even then there were 19 holdout songs that could have totally knocked the Jenga down.
—Mike Ryan, IndieWire, 22 Jan. 2025
The Islanders are sure to want to take their shot at the postseason, meaning GM Lou Lamoriello may be unwilling to sell until the last possible moment — and even then at a high price.
—Jonas Siegel, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
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“Even now/then.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/even%20now%2Fthen. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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