Time, Speed, & Urgency

Fluency requires talking about timelines naturally. These are perfect for describing deadlines, spontaneity, and pacing.

To finish a task, reach a goal, or complete an activity before a specific deadline or time limit expires.

At the very last possible moment, just before it is too late.

Continuously for 24 hours a day without stopping; all day and all night.

At the very last possible moment, just before something bad happens or before it is too late.

To act, respond, or make a decision very slowly because you do not want to do something.

An expression used to describe the perception that time passes surprisingly quickly, especially when one is busy, engaged, or enjoying themselves.

To do something with more intensity, frequency, or speed because you did not have the opportunity to do it earlier.

To decide that something must finish, stop, or come to an end.

To be more advanced, innovative, or faster to adapt to new trends and ideas than your competitors or peers.

Done suddenly and spontaneously, without any prior planning or preparation.