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5 English idioms about time, with pictures

Look at the picture, read the meaning, and listen to the example.

A surprised man on a roof points at a big blue full moon at night.

What does “Once in a blue moon” mean?

“Once in a blue moon” means almost never.

Example: We eat at a restaurant once in a blue moon.

Emoji clue: number one, blue circle, full moon

A pink alarm clock with white wings flies across the sky. A man watches it.

What does “Time flies” mean?

“Time flies” means time goes very fast.

Example: We started this job a year ago. Time flies!

Emoji clue: alarm clock, flying bird, fast wind

A tired office worker turns off the desk lamp and puts on his jacket at sunset.

What does “Call it a day” mean?

“Call it a day” means to stop working for today.

Example: We worked for ten hours. Let’s call it a day.

Emoji clue: telephone, sun

A happy woman on a hill catches the bright morning sun with both hands.

What does “Seize the day” mean?

“Seize the day” means use today well. Do it now. Don’t wait for later.

Example: The sun is out. Let’s go to the beach. Seize the day!

Emoji clue: fist, sun, calendar

A woman runs on a track next to a big running alarm clock.

What does “Against the clock” mean?

“Against the clock” means working very fast because there is not much time.

Example: They worked against the clock to finish before 5 o’clock.

Emoji clue: person running, versus, alarm clock

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100 common English idioms and their meanings

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