deadline

simple noun19 collocationsAvg. frequency: 7.7
tight deadline8.2

A deadline with a very short period for completion, creating pressure.

strict deadline8.0

A deadline that is firm and must be respected without exception.

the deadline approaches7.8

The time for the deadline is getting closer.

the deadline nears7.7

The time for the deadline is getting closer (similar to 'approaches').

the deadline passes7.0

The date or time of the deadline has gone by.

the deadline looms6.2

The deadline is approaching and feels threatening or worrying.

the deadline expires5.5

The time limit for the deadline has officially ended.

deadline for9.2

Used to specify what the deadline applies to.

by the deadline8.9

No later than the specified deadline; at or before that time.

before the deadline8.1

At any point in time earlier than the specified deadline.

meet a deadline9.5

To successfully complete a task by the required time (most common usage).

set a deadline8.8

To establish or decide on a deadline.

miss a deadline8.7

To fail to complete a task by the required time.

have a deadline8.5

To be assigned a task with a specific end date.

work to a deadline7.9

To perform tasks with the aim of finishing by a specific time.

extend a deadline7.5

To allow more time for a task by moving the deadline to a later date.

make a deadline6.9

To successfully complete a task by the required time (less common than 'meet').

face a deadline6.8

To have to deal with an approaching deadline.

impose a deadline6.5

To formally set a deadline, often from a position of authority.