make time
To recover lost time, as by travelling faster than usual.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“We must drive faster to make time for our flight.”
“The train was delayed, so the conductor drove quickly to make time before the next station.”
“Although the heavy rain slowed their progress through the mountain pass, the experienced driver accelerated on the straightaways to make time.”
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a week is a long time in politics
In politics, much change can occur in a short space of time.
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about time
Far past the desired time.
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absence makes the heart grow fonder
One feels more love or affection for those one loves when parted from them.
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any time now
Very soon.
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any time soon
soon
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better luck next time
Used to wish somebody hope in future success after a failure.
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bide one's time
To wait, especially for a suitable opportunity.
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borrowed time
A period of time whose precise duration is not known but which can be expected to be quite limited, and at the end of which one's situation, benefits, or opportunities will be entirely terminated.
Last updated August 10, 2026