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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The edge is where data originates, decisions happen in real time, and innovation takes flight.
—Pierluca Chiodelli, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
On the other hand, casting directors think of themselves as actors’ advocates, and Zoom has cramped their ability to give notes in real time — there’s just not as much opportunity to offer feedback to thousands of performers before they’re rejected.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 30 May 2025
Then Mercury enters your sign on June 8, sharpening your ability to name and express feelings in real time.
—Colin Bedell, Them., 30 May 2025
Another major challenge was continually monitoring the temperature and distance to target in real time.
—New Atlas, 29 May 2025
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Pierluca Chiodelli, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
On the other hand, casting directors think of themselves as actors’ advocates, and Zoom has cramped their ability to give notes in real time — there’s just not as much opportunity to offer feedback to thousands of performers before they’re rejected.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 30 May 2025
Then Mercury enters your sign on June 8, sharpening your ability to name and express feelings in real time.
—Colin Bedell, Them., 30 May 2025
Another major challenge was continually monitoring the temperature and distance to target in real time.
—New Atlas, 29 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for real time
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“Real time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/real%20time. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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