by that time

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Stokes and McCullum publicly backed each other at the end of the Ashes, but by that time had given differing messages to the media, fuelling suggestions of a rift.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

The Administration aims by that time to restore traffic that has ground to a halt in the Strait of Hormuz—the cause of surging oil prices—and has said the Navy will escort tankers if necessary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

Just about 700 satellites are expected to be operational by that time.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 12, 2026

Those who join the list know they could wait years before a spot opens up, and by that time their child may already be in kindergarten or beyond.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 24, 2025

“But I don’t know what else we can do, except keep on deceiving ourselves. And perhaps by that time we’ll be home.”

From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander