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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Matthew Tostevin, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
Bettors will be able to link their FanDuel accounts to their Prime Video profiles and see how their wagers are playing out in real time, Amazon announced Tuesday.
—Lillian Rizzo,contessa Brewer, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2025
Peacock will stream the Bravoverse Live Stage in real time; Gold and Glam panels will be available to watch the next day at noon ET.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 30 Sep. 2025
Chat with Oliver in real time using the VisitLex Ask Oliver tool.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 30 Sep. 2025
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“Real time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/real%20time. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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