Oras - Mabilis o dahan-dahan

Sumisid sa mga idyoma sa Ingles tungkol sa bilis o bagal, tulad ng "sa dalawang pagyanig" at "unti-unti".

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to [watch] the clock [Parirala]

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

Ex: The team will watch the clock closely in the final minutes of the game .

on the spot [Parirala]

in a way that is instant and has no delay

Ex: The chef cooked a delicious meal on the spot to cater to the dietary preferences of the guests .

time flies [Pangungusap]

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

Ex: Looking at old family photos , Grandma smiled and said , " Time flies , does n't it ?

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

with no hesitation

Ex: He supported his friend 's business venture at the drop of a dime .

in a trice [Parirala]

within a very short time

Ex: The team completed the project in a trice , meeting the tight deadline .

in two shakes [Parirala]

soon or in a quick manner

Ex: The team resolved the issue in two shakes , preventing any further disruptions .

on a dime [Parirala]

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

Ex: She halted her bike on a dime to avoid hitting a pedestrian crossing the street .

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

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 [Parirala]

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 [Parirala]

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: She recognized it was now or never to take the leap and travel the world .

time will tell [Pangungusap]

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 , but time will tell if their hard work paid off .

cold turkey [Parirala]

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

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

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

very quickly or suddenly

Ex:

(right|) off the bat [Parirala]

in an instant and with no delay

Ex: They agreed to the terms of the contract off the bat .

slow day [Pangngalan]

mabagal na araw

Ex: Seeing how few tables we 've seated so far , it 's looking like it 's going to be a slow day here at the restaurant .

Sa pagtingin sa kakaunting mesa na naupuan natin hanggang ngayon, mukhang magiging isang mabagal na araw dito sa restawran.

by degrees [Parirala]

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 career by degrees , taking on new responsibilities and climbing the corporate ladder step by step .

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

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

Ex:

Oras
Frequency	Saklaw at Tagal	Continuity	Huli o maaga
Mabilis o dahan-dahan	Ang Malapit na Hinaharap	Ang Tamang Oras	Pagpapaliban
Haste	Waiting	Time