the moment

noun

: as soon as

The moment the cameras are turned off, he is able to relax.

Everything stops the moment she walks in the room.

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As firefighters worked overnight to quell the fast-moving flames, many celebrities took to social media to express gratitude for the first responders, while a few used the moment to share discontent over the state's leadership and handling of the crisis. —

Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025 However, the Fed may have done enough for the moment. —

Jason Schenker, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025 The former couple shares two kids, Renee and Liam. 15 of 22 Rod Stewart's Awards In 1993, Stewart took home the Brit Award for outstanding contribution and had his wife by his side to share in the moment. —

Kate Hogan, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025 But for the moment at least, the county has escaped the sort of catastrophic wildfires that continue to roar across parts of Los Angeles County, destroying some homes in a matter of minutes. —

Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for the moment