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  • His fashion choices are a bit ______; he still wears clothes from ten years ago.
    behind the times
  • ______ you started working on that project; the deadline is tomorrow.
    It's high time
  • I usually go to the coffee shop to ______ while waiting for my friend.
    kill time
  • If we don’t hurry, we might ______ before we finish the assignment.
    run out of time
  • ______, I enjoy a quiet evening at home with a good book. (sometimes)
    at times
  • I tried to ______ by asking the teacher a lot of questions before the exam.
    play for time
  • My friend can sometimes give me _______, especially when he’s stressed.
    a hard time
  • Last summer, I went on a trip that was truly ______; every moment was exciting!
    the time of my life
  • ______ I realized the importance of planning ahead, I had already made some mistakes.
    By the time
  • I visit my grandparents ______; it’s always nice to catch up with them. (sometimes)
    from time to time
  • ______ when I’m having fun; I can’t believe it’s already evening!
    Time flies
  • Hey! ______! We haven’t seen each other since college!
    long time no see
  • I’m really ______, so I can’t stay and chat right now.
    short of time
  • I remember hearing about that singer, but it was ______; they were popular before I was born.
    before my time
  • I want to ______ and complete the tasks I neglected last month.
    make up for lost time
  • I plan to take ______ next week to recharge my batteries.
    time off
  • Cooking healthy, nutritious family meals does not have to be _________ or expensive.
    time-consuming
  • Please ______ and think carefully before making your decision.
    take your time
  • I don’t want to ______ watching TV when I could be studying.
    waste time
  • I’m sure she’ll succeed; it’s just a ______ before she gets that promotion.
    matter of time
  • You need to submit your test; ______!
    time's up
  • ______ whether this decision will be beneficial or not.
    Time will tell
  • Let’s focus on one project and do ______; multitasking isn’t working for us.
    one thing at a time