Would it be allright if the 'whatever the times' were 'at any time'?

[Haihao]

English Idioms and Expressions, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #15 "Teaching your Family to Drive", question 10

There are certain members in the party who will stand by their leader through thick and thin.

(a) whatever the times
(b) whatever the climate
(c) whatever the day
(d) whatever the difficulties

English Idioms and Expressions, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #15 "Teaching your Family to Drive", answer 10

There are certain members in the party who will stand by their leader whatever the difficulties.

Correct answer: (d) whatever the difficulties

Your answer was: incorrect
There are certain members in the party who will stand by their leader whatever the times.
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Hi,

Now I realized the error I made. Just out of curiosity, would it be alright if the 'whatever the times' were 'at any time'?

haihao

[Mister Micawber]

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Yes, I think that would work.
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