time is short
idiomSynonym of clock is ticking.
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a day late and a dollar short
Too late and too feeble to achieve the desired effect.
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a short drop and a sudden stop
A fall to one's death by hanging.
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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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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.