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At times like these vs At times like this

Both phrases are correct; however, they're used in different contexts. 'At times like these' is used when referring to multiple specific instances or situations, while 'at times like this' refers to a singular specific instance or situation.

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Last updated: October 07, 2024 • 14277 views

At times like these

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when referring to multiple specific instances or situations.

This phrase is used to describe situations or instances that are currently happening or have happened in the past. It refers to multiple specific times or situations.

Examples:

At times like these, it's important to stay positive.
At times like these, we need to come together as a community.
I appreciate your support at times like these.

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Last updated: November 11, 2024

Mar 23, 2016 ... Sans didn't invent "At times like these, kids like you". It was actually Captain Strong from Earthbound! He says (before you fight him) "At ...
Jan 4, 2017 ... It's in/at times like these/at a time like this that you find out who your real friends are. That's a good point, Hermione, about "hard" being redundant.
Jun 15, 2016 ... At times like these, why dance? For a little while now I've been questioning why I do what I do for a living. The doubt is actually a huge part ...
Mar 15, 2017 ... At times like these, doing a playthrough as a true Nord, there's really only one option for me... · Comments Section · Community Info Section.
Nov 19, 2022 ... At times like these it's important to support American Made. Not only is @shotsled a great training tool, but it's made right here in the USA!
Jul 17, 2021 ... At times like these a little bit of effort goes a long way. “What do ties matter, Jeeves, at a time like this? There is no time, sir, at ...
Feb 19, 2024 ... 2293 likes, 25 comments - autiebiographical on February 19, 2024: "At times like these I have to wonder: Which do I hate more?
Mar 14, 2022 ... In our operations with the Finnish Happiness Research Association, we've heard that at times like these, we should put happiness theme on hold.
Aug 3, 2024 ... 391 likes, 10 comments - acambridgediary on August 3, 2024: "At times like these - distance yourself from the herd.".
Dec 11, 2023 ... The aim of this curated series of essays is to address the question: why is philosophy important at times like these?

Alternatives:

in times like these
during times like these
in situations like these
during situations like these
in instances like these

At times like this

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when referring to a singular specific instance or situation.

This phrase is used to describe a singular specific time or situation that is currently happening or has happened in the past.

Examples:

At times like this, it's important to reflect on our actions.
I need your support at times like this.
At times like this, we must remain calm.

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Last updated: November 11, 2024

'At times like this/these' 'At a time like this'. Jektor. Senior Member. England. English (UK). Apr 17, 2020. #2. I would probably say "At times like these" ...
Aug 26, 2014 ... "At times like this I miss Amy" - is it about Amy's courage or her legs? [possible spoiler]. DISCUSSION. Just curious whether Twelve thinks ...
Jan 4, 2017 ... I think hard is redundant. It's so familiar that it's like an unchanging phrase. 'It's at times like this that you get to know who your real ...
Mar 23, 2016 ... It was actually Captain Strong from Earthbound! He says (before you fight him) "At times like this, kids like you should be playing Nintendo games."
What Do You Say at Times Like This? Share. Share on Google Plus. Share. Share on Facebook. Share. Share this. Pin. Pin this. Share. Share on LinkedIn. Share.
Apr 13, 2022 ... 3751 likes, 41 comments - evilpinkpics on April 13, 2022: "Some people say words fail them at times like this. Images fail me.
At Times Like This, OCD Is Your Best Friend. Posted by Steve Tobak on June 25, 2020 in. Leadership · Life · Psychology · No Comments. Share ...
Disappointing, painfully so, but at times like this, I remember what it felt like to get knocked out by Iceland and think of the moments of...
Feb 4, 2017 ... At Times Like This Yoga Works, But Maybe Not the Way You're Practicing. Jennifer O'Sullivan. ·. Follow. 6 min read. ·. Feb 4, 2017.

Alternatives:

in times like this
during times like this
in this situation
during this situation
in this instance

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