Tid - Snabbt eller långsamt

Dyka ner i engelska idiomer om snabbhet eller långsamhet, som "på ett ögonblick" och "steg för steg".

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to [watch] the clock [Fras]

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 [Fras]

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 [Mening]

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) [Fras]

with no hesitation

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

in a trice [Fras]

within a very short time

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

in two shakes [Fras]

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 [Fras]

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

Ex: He stops his car on a dime , avoiding a collision with impressive reflexes .

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

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 [Fras]

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 [Fras]

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 [Mening]

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 [Fras]

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 [Fras]

very quickly or suddenly

Ex:

(right|) off the bat [Fras]

in an instant and with no delay

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

slow day [Substantiv]

långsam dag

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 .

När vi ser hur få bord vi har satt hittills, ser det ut som att det kommer att bli en långsam dag här på restaurangen.

by degrees [Fras]

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 [Fras]

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

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Tid
Frequency	Omfattning och Varaktighet	Continuity	Sent eller tidigt
Snabbt eller långsamt	Den nära framtiden	Rätt tid	Uppskjuta
Haste	Waiting	Time