At any rate

Pro Tip 1/3

Signaling Transition

Used to smoothly change the subject or move past a point without elaborate explanation.

We had some initial problems, but, at any rate, we're on schedule now.

Pro Tip 2/3

Conversational Emphasis

Highlights the importance of what follows, indicating that it should be focused on.

I don't know about the details, at any rate, we need to decide today.

Pro Tip 3/3

Disregarding Details

Shows that specific details are not important to the overall understanding or outcome.

He might not have agreed, but at any rate, the decision has been made.