Hledat
to not have a minute to call one's own
01
to be so busy that one has no free time
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IdiomWhat is the origin of the idiom "not have a minute to call one's own" and when to use it?
The idiom "not have a minute to call one's own" is believed to have originated in the late 19th century. This phrase is used to describe a situation where someone is extremely busy or has a lot of responsibilities, leaving them with no free time to relax or pursue their own interests.
Example
If we want to meet the deadline, we're all going to have to work overtime and not have a minute to call our own.
She's been so busy with work and family obligations that she has n't had a minute to call her own in weeks.
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