A
Idioms beginning with "A"
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Contents of A:
[at a loss] {adj. phr.}
In a state of uncertainty; without any idea; puzzled.
A good salesman is never at a loss for words.
When Don missed the last bus, he was at a loss to know what to do.
[at a premium] {adv. phr.}
At a high price due to special circumstances.
When his father died, Fred flew to Europe at a premium because he had no chance to buy a less expensive ticket.
[at a set time] {prep. phr.}
At a particular, pre-specified time.
Do we have to eat in this hotel at a set time, or may we come down whenever we want?
[at a time] {adv. phr.}
At once; at one time; in one group or unit; together.
He checked them off one at a time as they came in.
He ran up the steps two at a time.
See: [EVERY OTHER].
They showed up for class three and four at a time.
[at all] {adv. phr.}
At any time or place, for any reason, or in any degree or manner. — Used for emphasis with certain kinds of words or sentences.
1. Negative
It's not at all likely he will come.
2. Limited
I can hardly hear you at all.
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[at all costs] {adv. phr.}
At any expense of time, effort, or money. Regardless of the results.
Mr. Jackson intended to save his son's eyesight at all costs.
Carl is determined to succeed in his new job at all costs.