Concurrent Meaning in English
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释义
Happening, existing, or done at the same time as something else. Often used to describe events or actions that overlap in time.
用法与细微差别
'Concurrent' is formal and commonly used in technical, legal, or academic contexts. Typical combinations: 'concurrent activities,' 'concurrent sentences' (law), 'concurrent users' (technology). Not used for physical proximity, only simultaneous timing. Don't confuse with 'consecutive' (one after another).
例句
The two meetings are concurrent, so I can't attend both.
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The app can support concurrent users.
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Three concurrent projects are in progress.
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He received concurrent sentences for the different crimes, so he'll serve his time all at once.
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We're handling several concurrent deadlines this month, so the team's under pressure.
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With concurrent streams, you can watch videos and download files at the same time.
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