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against time

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1. against time - Adverb

2. against time - Phrase

Meaning

as fast as possible; before a deadline

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it was a race against the clock Source: Internet

As a result, many countries are racing against time to conclude scheduled evacuation flights while allowing citizens to plan their scheduled travels themselves. Source: Internet

Animal sanctuary owner Ariana Huemer has put up a $15,000 reward to find her turkey in a race against time before Thanksgiving. Source: Internet

A rare overseas spinner who tasted success in India, Underwood is best remembered for lighting up the 1968 Oval test against Australia when England were racing against time after torrential morning rain had flooded the ground. Source: Internet

Directed by Sam Mendes and telling the story (in under two hours) of a spindly World War I soldier () in a race against time, “1917” cost roughly $90 million to make, not including marketing expenses. Source: Internet

Espiritu’s illustration depicts feelings of claustrophobia and helplessness against time sinks like Netflix, the video game Animal Crossing and baking sourdough bread—as visions of reality filter through. Source: Internet

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