English idioms related to Time - Fast or Slowly

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

in a way that is instant and has no delay

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

with no hesitation

within a very short time

soon or in a quick manner

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

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

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

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

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

very quickly or suddenly

in an instant and with no delay

a long day that is unproductive and boring

used to refer to a process that occurs slowly or step by step over time, rather than happening suddenly or all at once

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