time elapse

Frequency: 6.58.1 per million words

Used to describe the passing of time, often in a formal or narrative context.

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Examples (10)

  • The time will elapse quickly when you are having fun.
  • We watched the time elapse as we waited for the results.
  • It felt like an eternity as the time elapsed during the exam.
  • The time elapsed slowly during the long, boring lecture.
  • Despite the slow progress, we knew the time would eventually elapse.
  • As the time elapsed, the anticipation grew.
  • The entire time elapsed without any significant events.
  • We could only wait and watch the time elapse.
  • The time elapsed so quickly that we were surprised when it was over.
  • It's hard to measure the time elapse when you're completely absorbed.