I need some time off to rest.
time off
idiomA period of time where one is not required to work.
After working on this project for six months, I am finally taking a week of time off.
The company policy allows employees to accrue significant time off, which they may utilize for personal travel or professional development throughout the year.
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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.
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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.
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burn time
To waste time unnecessarily.
Last updated April 17, 2026