at the same time adv. phr. 1. In the same moment; together.
The two runners reached the finish line at the same time. Synonym: AT ONCE, AT ONE TIME.
2. In spite of that fact; even though; however; but; nevertheless.
John did pass the test; at the same time, he didn't know the subject very well. [TahlilGaran] English Idioms Dictionary ▲