Phrase guide

time's up

phrase · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /ˈtaɪmz ˌʌp/

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phrase

Meaning 1

The deadline has passed; there is no more available time.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • Near-synonym: time is ripe

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: time is ripe

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • German: die Zeit ist um — Translations