The idiom "be stuck in a time warp" is a figurative expression that creates the image of a warp in the fabric of time, where an individual or thing is isolated from the present and appears to belong to a different era. The term "time warp" itself originates from science fiction, notably popularized by the 1960s television series "Star Trek," which featured episodes involving the concept of time warps. The idiom is used to describe a situation where something or someone seems out of touch with the current times, often appearing as if they are stuck in a bygone era.

What is the origin of the idiom "be stuck in a time warp" and when to use it?

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to [be] (stuck|caught|locked) in a time warp

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英語での「be stuck in a time warp」の定義と意味

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