race against time

تعریف و معنای "race against time"

to race against time

عبارت

در ضیق وقت کاری را به انجام رساندن, عجله کردن

to work as fast as possible to get something done within a very limited time

to [race] against (time|the clock) definition and meaning

Idiom

Example

We are racing against the clock to finish the project before the deadline.

They raced against time to rescue the trapped hikers before nightfall.

She will be racing against time to complete the marathon within the cutoff.

A race against time

a race against time

عبارت

در ضیق وقت, دچار کمبود وقت بودن، در منگنه بودن (از نظر زمان)

used for describing a situation when there is only a little time available and one must hurry up in order to get something done

a race against (time|the clock) definition and meaning

Idiom

What is the origin of the idiom "race against time" and when to use it?

The idiom "race against time" is an idiomatic expression that originated in the English language. Its exact origin is difficult to pinpoint, as it has evolved over time in usage. The concept of racing against time is a common metaphor used to describe situations where there is a sense of urgency to complete a task, achieve a goal, or meet a deadline. The phrase gained popularity in the mid-20th century and is often attributed to its usage in sports, particularly horse racing, where participants strive to finish a race within a specific time limit.

Example

They are in a race against time to finish the project before the deadline.

We were in a race against time to catch the last train.

Tomorrow, they will be in a race against time to complete the rescue mission.