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Today's Expressions

Learn useful English expressions easily and fun.

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Time is of the essence

urgency is crucial · speed is important

What's the situation?

Imagine a project with a super tight deadline, or a deal that could disappear any moment! 🚀 When every minute counts, and delaying could mean missing a huge opportunity, this is your go-to phrase. It adds a touch of seriousness and emphasizes that waiting isn't an option. It's perfect for when you need to politely, yet firmly, convey urgency.

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to be set in stone

fixed · unchangeable · final

What's the situation?

Imagine you're in a meeting, discussing plans, and someone asks if a decision can be changed. If it's final and no longer up for debate, this expression is your go-to! 🧱 It's like saying a decision is carved into a rock and can't be easily moved. Perfect for deadlines, budgets, or project scopes!

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What's the timeline?

When will it be completed? · What's the schedule?

What's the situation?

This expression is super useful in project management or any collaborative effort where you need to understand the schedule or estimated completion time. It's a polite yet direct way to ask for an update on deadlines! ⏰🚀 It helps everyone stay organized and manage expectations effectively.

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at the eleventh hour

at the last possible moment · just in time

What's the situation?

Ever been in a situation where a deadline was looming, and everything came together just as the clock was about to hit zero? 😅 That's 'at the eleventh hour' for you! It's when something happens right at the very last moment, often creating a little bit of drama (or a lot of stress!).

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behind schedule

running late · not on time

What's the situation?

Ever feel like you're playing catch-up at work? 😅 This phrase is your go-to when a project or task is taking longer than expected, or not progressing at the pace it should be. It's a professional way to communicate delays without sounding like you're making excuses!

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on schedule

progressing as planned · on time · not late

What's the situation?

Imagine your team is crushing it with a project, and everything is going perfectly according to the timeline you set. 🙌 When someone asks for an update, you can proudly say things are 'on schedule'! It's a great way to show things are under control and progressing well. ✨

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