real time
noun
: the actual time during which something takes place
the computer may partly analyze the data in real time (as it comes in)—
R. H. March
R. H. Marchchatted online in real time
real-time
adjective
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These emerging tools are vital in the fight against cybercriminals, as AI provides a pathway to predict, detect, analyze and respond to threats in real time.
—Mike Wilson, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Players who prefer more immersive gameplay can go for live dealer games and engage with real dealers and other players in real time.
—Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
But, as Danny Rensch, the chief chess officer of Chess.com, where Carlsen is an ambassador, told me, Carlsen relishes competing in real time.
—Louisa Thomas, The New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2025
Rather than decide which to believe, let matters play out in real time.
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Mike Wilson, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Players who prefer more immersive gameplay can go for live dealer games and engage with real dealers and other players in real time.
—Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
But, as Danny Rensch, the chief chess officer of Chess.com, where Carlsen is an ambassador, told me, Carlsen relishes competing in real time.
—Louisa Thomas, The New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2025
Rather than decide which to believe, let matters play out in real time.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
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“Real time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/real%20time. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.
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