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Čas - Rychle nebo pomalu

Ponořte se do anglických idiomů týkajících se stálosti nebo pomalosti, jako „ve dvou protřesech“ a „po stupních“.

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English idioms related to Time

to repeatedly check what time it is because time seems to pass slowly and one is bored or tired

Ex: The team watch the clock closely in the final minutes of the game .
on the spot
[fráze]

in a way that is instant and has no delay

Ex: The emergency response team is providing on the spot to the injured victims .
time flies
[věta]

used to convey the idea that time passes quickly or seems to move swiftly

with no hesitation

in a trice
[fráze]

within a very short time

Ex: She will organize the event in a trice, making sure everything runs smoothly .

soon or in a quick manner

Ex: The team resolved the in two shakes of a lamb 's tail , preventing any further complications .
on a dime
[fráze]

used to describe something, typically an action or change, that is done without any difficulty or hesitation

Ex: She was on a dime, showcasing her figure skating skills with grace .

used to mean something happens or is done immediately

accomplishing or achieving something in one decisive action or with a single effort

Ex: He plans to launch the at a stroke, capturing a significant market share in one fell swoop .
now or never
[fráze]

used to suggest that right now is the only time a person has a chance for taking an opportunity or else they lose it forever

Ex: Submit your now or never to secure a spot in the prestigious program .

used to mean that by passing time it will be proved if something is true, valid, or effective

Ex: They will be anxious to see the results , time will tell if their hard work paid off .
cold turkey
[fráze]

in a manner that is sudden, unexpected, and not gradual

Ex: They gave up sugary cold turkey, opting for healthier alternatives instead .

very quickly or suddenly

in an instant and with no delay

slow day
[Podstatné jméno]

a long day that is unproductive and boring

pomalý den, úmorný den

pomalý den, úmorný den

by degrees
[fráze]

used to refer to a process that occurs slowly or step by step over time, rather than happening suddenly or all at once

Ex: She built her by degrees, taking on new responsibilities and climbing the corporate ladder step by step .

so suddenly or quickly that leaves one with no time to react or notice anything

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