時間 - 速くまたはゆっくり

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to [watch] the clock [句]

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

Ex: I watch the clock closely to ensure I finish my work before the deadline .

on the spot [句]

in a way that is instant and has no delay

Ex: She handles customer inquiries on the spot , providing immediate assistance .

time flies [文]

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

Ex: As we caught up over coffee , reminiscing about our school days , Jane remarked , " Time flies ; it feels like just yesterday we were in high school . "

at the drop of a (hat|dime) [句]

with no hesitation

Ex: She is always ready to help her friends at the drop of a hat .

in a trice [句]

within a very short time

Ex: She always completes her work in a trice , never wasting a moment .

in two shakes [句]

soon or in a quick manner

Ex: She can whip up a delicious meal in two shakes , impressing everyone with her culinary skills .

on a dime [句]

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] [句]

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 [句]

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 [句]

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:

time will tell [文]

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

Ex: We are uncertain about the outcome , but time will tell whether our efforts will be successful .

cold turkey [句]

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

Ex: He quits smoking cold turkey , without any nicotine replacement therapy .

in the (blink|twinkle) of an eye [句]

very quickly or suddenly

Ex: He dodges the punch in the blink of an eye , showcasing his lightning-fast reflexes .

(right|) off the bat [句]

in an instant and with no delay

Ex: She knew the answer to the question right off the bat .

slow day [名詞]

のろい日

Ex: It 's been a really slow day at the shop so far with very few customers coming in .

これまでのところ、店は非常に少ない客入りでのんびりした一日でした。

by degrees [句]

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 is improving his guitar skills by degrees , practicing every day and gradually becoming more proficient .

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

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

Ex:

時間
Frequency	範囲と期間	Continuity	遅いまたは早い
速くまたはゆっくり	近い将来	適切な時期	先延ばし
Haste	Waiting	Time