real time

[ree-uhl, reel] / ˈri əl, ril /

NOUN

actual time for action or event

Synonyms

WEAK

actual time problem-solving time

Example Sentences

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While this happened, researchers recorded activity throughout the observer fish's entire brain in real time.

From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026

You are in total control of the angles and can relive goals as your favourite player - plus watch tactics unfold in real time - with side-by-side stats and player data.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

It was the latest case of amateur sleuths identifying suspicious activity on Polymarket in nearly real time, before law enforcement gets involved.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Business leaders need enough technical fluency to make build-versus-buy decisions in a market changing in real time.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

Art3mis: As you may recall, I tend to ramble in real time.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline