The idiom "pressed for time" is believed to have originated in the 19th century, and it refers to a situation where someone is under pressure to complete a task or meet a deadline and does not have enough time to do so. It is used to describe a situation where someone is in a hurry or has a limited amount of time to complete a task. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

What is the origin of the idiom "pressed for time" and when to use it?

Definiția și sensul cuvântului „pressed for time” în engleză

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