at any rate

US /æt ˈen.i reɪt/
UK /æt ˈen.i reɪt/
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1.

whatever happens or happened; in any event

:
It might rain, but at any rate, we'll have fun.
I don't know if he'll agree, but at any rate, I'll ask him.
2.

used to indicate that a statement is true to some extent, even if other aspects are uncertain or negative

:
The plan might not be perfect, but at any rate, it's a start.
I might not finish the whole book, but at any rate, I'll read a few chapters.