Used to indicate the longest time or largest amount something might possibly take or need. If traffic is bad, I’ll be there in 30 minutes, at the outside.
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Limit Expectations
Helps set limits to prevent over-expectation on durations or quantities. We can save up to $200 on our budget, at the outside.
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Context Sensitive
The meaning is clearer within specific contexts, especially involving time or money. The conference will last two days, three at the outside.