mark time

Idioms and Phrases

Wait idly for something to occur, as in We were just marking time until we received our instructions . This idiom alludes to the literal meaning of marching in place to the time , or beat, of music. [Early 1800s]

Example Sentences

But I find that once you put a number down on paper, you can mark time against it.

From Slate

Trees can spark memories, mark time and give us a comforting place to return to.

From Los Angeles Times

Trees, it turns out, can spark memories, mark time and give us a comforting place to return to.

From Los Angeles Times

Trees can spark memories, mark time and give us a comforting place to return to.

From Los Angeles Times

Trees, it turns out, can spark memories, mark time and give us a comforting place to return to.

From Los Angeles Times