Tiempo - Rápido o lentamente

Sumérgete en los modismos ingleses sobre rapidez o lentitud, como "en un santiamén" y "poco a poco".

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to [watch] the clock [Frase]

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

Ex: The students watched the clock intently , waiting for the bell to signal the end of the class .

on the spot [Frase]

in a way that is instant and has no delay

Ex: The firefighter acted heroically on the spot to rescue the trapped individuals .

time flies [Oración]

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

Ex: Attending the reunion , Tom remarked to his old friends , " Seeing everyone after so long , it 's hard to believe how time flies . "

at the drop of a (hat|dime) [Frase]

with no hesitation

Ex: The team sprang into action at the drop of a hat when the alarm sounded .

in a trice [Frase]

within a very short time

Ex: We resolved the issue in a trice , working together to find a solution .

in two shakes [Frase]

soon or in a quick manner

Ex: We completed the project in two shakes , surprising everyone with our efficiency .

on a dime [Frase]

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

Ex:

(right|) out of the [gate] [Frase]

used to mean something happens or is done immediately

Ex: They launch their marketing campaign out of the gate , generating immediate buzz .

at a (single|) stroke [Frase]

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

Ex: They implement the new policy at a stroke , revolutionizing the company 's approach .

now or never [Frase]

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: We knew it was now or never to submit our application for the competition .

time will tell [Oración]

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

Ex:

cold turkey [Frase]

en seco

Ex: He quit gambling cold turkey , cutting off all access to casinos and online betting .

in the (blink|twinkle) of an eye [Frase]

very quickly or suddenly

Ex: They respond to emergencies in the twinkle of an eye , showing their efficiency and quick thinking .

(right|) off the bat [Frase]

in an instant and with no delay

Ex: The teacher recognized the correct solution off the bat .

slow day [Sustantivo]

día lento

Ex: It had been an unusually slow day , with not a single service call by mid-afternoon .

Había sido un día lento inusual, sin una sola llamada de servicio para media tarde.

by degrees [Frase]

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

Ex: He improved his fitness level by degrees , starting with short workouts and gradually increasing the intensity over time .

before {sb} (can|could) say Jack Robinson [Frase]

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

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Tiempo
Frequency	Alcance y Duración	Continuity	Tarde o temprano
Rápido o lentamente	El futuro cercano	El momento adecuado	Posponer
Haste	Waiting	Time