at any rate
US /æt ˈen.i reɪt/
UK /æt ˈen.i reɪt/
1.
无论如何, 至少
whatever happens or happened; in any event
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It might rain, but at any rate, we'll have fun.
可能会下雨，但无论如何，我们都会玩得开心。
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I don't know if he'll agree, but at any rate, I'll ask him.
我不知道他是否会同意，但无论如何，我都会问他。
2.
至少
used to indicate that a statement is true to some extent, even if other aspects are uncertain or negative
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The plan might not be perfect, but at any rate, it's a start.
这个计划可能不完美，但至少，这是一个开始。
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I might not finish the whole book, but at any rate, I'll read a few chapters.
我可能读不完整本书，但至少，我会读几章。