Time doth flit; oh shit.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A witty remark noting how quickly time passes, ending with a vulgar exclamation for emphasis.
- In plain terms
- Time goes by really fast.
- What can you take from it?
- Acknowledge the rapid passage of time.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you measure time?
- When has time felt fastest?
Another view
The vulgarity limits its use in formal or polite settings.
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