number one: spend time

This means to pass your time doing some activity

For example, I spend a lot of time studying in English

Number two: Waste time

To do something that is not a good use of time

For example, stop wasting time playing computer games and get to work!

Number three: make time for

To create time in a busy schedule

I need to make time for exercise. Maybe I can go to the gym before work.

Number four: Save time

When something that helps you get extra time because it's efficient.

Shopping online saves me time because I don't have to wait in line at the store.

Number five: free time or spare time

When you have no obligation, you can do what you want.

In my free time, I enjoy reading, painting, and cooking.

Number six: have time

Be available to do something I'd like to take violin lesson, but I don't have enough time.

Number seven: kill time or pass the time

Do something to make the time pass faster while waiting.

Let's bring some magazines to help pass the time on the flight.

Number 8: take your time

This phrase means you can use as much time as you want; you don't have to go fast

I like all these computers.

I'm not sure which one to buy.

- That's OK. Take your time

Number 9: on time

On schedule; at the right time

It's important to arrive on time for a job interview.

Number 10: just in time

At the perfect time; soon before something else happens

Hi Henry! Have a seat.

You got just in time for dinner.

Number 11: have a hard time or have a rough time

This means something difficult, or a difficult period in life.

I'm having a hard time solving this math problem.

Could you help me?

Number 12: it's about time

This is the expression that means " finally"

It's about time they fixed the air conditioner! It's been broken for three years.

Number 13: pressed for time

In a rush, in a hurry

Sorry, I can't talk at the moment; I'm pressed for time. Can I call you back later?

Number 14: run out of time

This means have no more time before the limit

I ran out of time to finish the test, so I didn't answer the last five questions.

Number 15: stall for time

Delay

My son didn't want to go to bed, so he tried to stall for time by asking me to read him another bedtime story.

Number 16: take time off

Not go to work

I'm taking some time off in July to go camping with my family.

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