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procrastination is the thief of time

Phrase CEFR C2

Definitions

If one puts off doing what one ought to do, one will end up not having enough time to do it properly.

Examples

“Jim: Have⟳ you started looking for a job yet? Jane: Oh, that can wait⟳ till tomorrow. Jim: Procrastination is the thief of time.”

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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See also

procto- procure to pay promises, promises prop- pros ton kairon proso-

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