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Zeit - Schnell oder langsam

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to watch the clock

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

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on the spot

in a way that is instant and has no delay

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time flies

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

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at the drop of a hat

with no hesitation

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in a trice

within a very short time

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in two shakes

soon or in a quick manner

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on a dime

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

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(right) out of the gate

used to mean something happens or is done immediately

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at a (single) stroke

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

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now or never

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

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time will tell

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

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cold turkey

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

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in the blink of an eye

very quickly or suddenly

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(right) off the bat

in an instant and with no delay

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slow day

a long day that is unproductive and boring

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by degrees

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

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before somebody can say Jack Robinson

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

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