Meaning of the word "at the same time" in English

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at the same time

US /æt ðə seɪm taɪm/
UK /æt ðə seɪm taɪm/
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Phrase

1.

simultaneously; concurrently

Example:
They arrived at the same time.
You can't do two things at the same time.
2.

nevertheless; despite that

Example:
It's a difficult task, but at the same time, it's very rewarding.
He's very critical, but at the same time, he's usually right.
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