At any rate
Example: At any rate, we should finish the project today.
Definition
"At any rate" is an expression used to emphasize that what is being said is true or will happen regardless of other circumstances. For example, in the phrase 'At any rate, we should finish the project today,' it stresses the importance or certainty of finishing the project.
Etymology
The phrase "at any rate" originates from the 17th century, with "rate" meaning a fixed amount or measure. Over time, it evolved to mean 'in any case' or 'regardless of conditions.' Did you know it reflects a sense of determination or inevitability, much like setting a rate that must be met no matter what?
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"At any rate" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B2) - set 1", containing 103 commonly used expressions.
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