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Значение идиомы make time



Значение идиомы make time

[make time] {v. phr.}, {slang} 1. To be successful in arriving at adesignated place in short or good time.

We’re supposed to be thereat 6 P. M., and it’s only 5:30 – we’re making good time.

2. To besuccessful in making sexual advances to someone.

Joe sure is makingtime with Sue, isn’t he?


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