Time Idioms

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early days

Meaning: It is too soon to make a judgment about something.

Example: It's still early days, so the new project hasn't shown clear results yet. Read more ➺


on the dot

Meaning: exactly on time

Example: We were asked to be there at five on the dot. Read more ➺


early bird

Meaning: an early rising person

Example: If you are an early bird, you know that watching the sunrise is how breathtaking. Read more ➺


in due course

Meaning: quite soon in the future

Example: All candidates will be informed of our decision in due course. Read more ➺


round the clock

Meaning: continuously or interrupted

Example: The counselor has been working round the clock with patients. His dedication has been acknowledged by the hospital through this award. Read more ➺


crack of dawn

Meaning: very early in the morning

Example: We shared, cared and cheered until we were at the crack of dawn. Read more ➺


once in a blue moon

Meaning: very rarely

Example: The earthquakes hits once in a blue moon in this part of the earth, we never felt it. Read more ➺


bide time

Meaning: to wait for the perfect moment to do something

Example: The big tiger bides time until the zebra had to make its way to the water fountain and then struck. Read more ➺


have a ball

Meaning: To have a great time and enjoy yourself very much.

Example: We have a ball whenever the whole family gets together for the holidays. Read more ➺


cross the bridge

Meaning: To deal with a problem or situation when it actually happens, not before.

Example: We'll cross the bridge when we come to it instead of worrying about the issue weeks in advance. Read more ➺


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