Час - Швидко або повільно

Пориньте в англійські ідіоми, що стосуються швидкості або повільності, такі як "за мить" і "поступово".

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to [watch] the clock [фраза]

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 [фраза]

in a way that is instant and has no delay

Ex: He responded on the spot when faced with a difficult question during the interview .

time flies [речення]

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) [фраза]

with no hesitation

Ex: We traveled together often , and she would join me at the drop of a dime .

in a trice [фраза]

within a very short time

Ex: He finishes his daily workout routine in a trice , maintaining his fitness goals .

in two shakes [фраза]

soon or in a quick manner

Ex:

on a dime [фраза]

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

Ex: She was spinning around on a dime , showcasing her figure skating skills with grace .

(right|) out of the [gate] [фраза]

used to mean something happens or is done immediately

Ex: They will be implementing their new strategy out of the gate , aiming for immediate results .

at a (single|) stroke [фраза]

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

Ex: He plans to launch the product at a stroke , capturing a significant market share in one fell swoop .

now or never [фраза]

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 realizes that it 's now or never to pursue her dream of starting her own business .

time will tell [речення]

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 [фраза]

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 [фраза]

very quickly or suddenly

Ex: He was responding in the blink of an eye , showing his ability to handle unexpected challenges .

(right|) off the bat [фраза]

in an instant and with no delay

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

slow day [іменник]

нудний день

Ex: From the lack of reservations on the books , it looks like it 's going to be a slow day for us this Saturday .

Зі браку бронювань у книгах, схоже, що це буде повільний день для нас цієї суботи.

by degrees [фраза]

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 [фраза]

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

Ex:

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Frequency	Охоплення та Тривалість	Continuity	Пізно чи рано
Швидко або повільно	Найближче майбутнє	Правильний час	Відкладання
Haste	Waiting	Time