时间 - 快或慢

深入了解关于快慢的英语习语，如“瞬间”和“逐步”。

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to [watch] the clock [短语]

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

Ex: She watches the clock during the meeting to make sure it does n't run over time .

on the spot [短语]

in a way that is instant and has no delay

Ex: The team makes important decisions on the spot to navigate through unexpected challenges .

time flies [句子]

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

Ex:

at the drop of a (hat|dime) [短语]

with no hesitation

Ex: He volunteers for any opportunity that arises at the drop of a hat .

in a trice [短语]

within a very short time

Ex: They respond to emails in a trice , ensuring quick communication with clients .

in two shakes [短语]

soon or in a quick manner

Ex: They respond to emails in two shakes , ensuring efficient communication with clients .

on a dime [短语]

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

Ex: He plans to execute his dance routine , changing movements on a dime to captivate the audience .

(right|) out of the [gate] [短语]

used to mean something happens or is done immediately

Ex: The team kicked off the project right out of the gate , establishing a solid foundation for success .

at a (single|) stroke [短语]

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

Ex: The government enacted the reform at a single stroke , bringing about sweeping changes to the healthcare system .

now or never [短语]

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: Submit your application now or never to secure a spot in the prestigious program .

time will tell [句子]

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

Ex: He is unsure about the future , but time will tell which path he should take .

cold turkey [短语]

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

Ex: She stops drinking alcohol cold turkey , choosing to quit without any gradual reduction .

in the (blink|twinkle) of an eye [短语]

very quickly or suddenly

Ex: He grabbed the opportunity in the blink of an eye , making a decision without hesitation .

(right|) off the bat [短语]

in an instant and with no delay

Ex: He made a decision off the bat without much thought .

slow day [名词]

缓慢的一天

Ex: Yesterday was such a slow day at the office that I ended up leaving early .

昨天在办公室是如此缓慢的一天，以至于我提前离开了。

by degrees [短语]

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 is building her business by degrees , taking small steps and steadily expanding her customer base .

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

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

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时间
Frequency	范围和持续时间	Continuity	迟或早
快或慢	不久的将来	正确的时间	拖延
Haste	Waiting	Time