Please wait one moment while I find my keys.
one moment
idiomA short period of time, typically anywhere from several seconds to several minutes or more.
The manager asked the client to stay on the line for one moment while she checked the account details.
He paused for one moment to collect his thoughts before addressing the large, expectant crowd gathered in the hall.
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aha moment
The moment or instant at which the solution to a problem, or some other significant realization, becomes clear.
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as best one can
In the best possible way, given one's circumstances and abilities.
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as far as one knows
To the best of one's knowledge, as far as someone knows or possible information to be gathered about the topic, subject, aspect, or situation.
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at any given moment
At any point in time.
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back to square one
Located back at the start, as after a dead end or failure.
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beat as one
To share the same feelings.
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become one flesh
To join together in marriage; to develop a unifying bond as a result of marrying.
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bite off more than one can chew
To try to do too much; to take on or attempt more than one is capable of doing.
Last updated April 17, 2026