English idioms related to Time

English idioms related to Time - Fast or Slowly

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to watch the clock
phrase
to repeatedly check what time it is because time seems to pass slowly and one is bored or tired
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on the spot
phrase
in a way that is instant and has no delay
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time flies
sentence
used to convey the idea that time passes quickly or seems to move swiftly
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at the drop of a hat / dime
phrase
with no hesitation
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in a trice
phrase
within a very short time
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in two shakes
phrase
soon or in a quick manner
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on a dime
phrase
used to describe something, typically an action or change, that is done without any difficulty or hesitation
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(right) out of the gate
phrase
used to mean something happens or is done immediately
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at a (single) stroke
phrase
accomplishing or achieving something in one decisive action or with a single effort
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now or never
phrase
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
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time will tell
sentence
used to mean that by passing time it will be proved if something is true, valid, or effective
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cold turkey
phrase
in a manner that is sudden, unexpected, and not gradual
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in the blink / twinkle of an eye
phrase
very quickly or suddenly
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(right) off the bat
phrase
in an instant and with no delay
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slow day
noun
a long day that is unproductive and boring
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by degrees
phrase
used to refer to a process that occurs slowly or step by step over time, rather than happening suddenly or all at once
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before sb can / could say Jack Robinson
phrase
so suddenly or quickly that leaves one with no time to react or notice anything
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