Time tit-bits

Hi guys,

I know you must be really busy preparing your presentations for tomorrow, so I won't bombard you with too much work. Here are a few more phrases related to time.

Enjoy!!

Against time: In an effort to finish something within a limited period.

Sen: We worked against time to get out the newspaper.


Ahead of time: Before the time due; early.

Sen: The building was completed ahead of time.


At one time:

a. Once; in former time
Sen: At one time they owned a restaurant.

b. At the same time; at once
Sen: They all tried to talk at one time.


At the same time: Nevertheless; yet

Sen: I'd (would) like to try it, but at the same time I'm a little afraid.


At times: At intervals; Occasionally

Sen: At times the city becomes intolerable.


Behind the times: Old-fashioned; Dated

Sen: These attitudes are behind the times.



From time to time: On occasion; Occasionally; At intervals

Sen: She comes to see us from time to time.