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Region: US | Usage example: In the consulting world, time is money.

Time is money

Meaning

Time wasted costs financial opportunity.

Usage

Used in business to stress efficient use of time.

Origin & History

Origin notes can vary by region and source; this page gives the commonly reported explanation and usage context.

Ben Franklin popularized the aphorism in essays promoting productivity.

Appeared in 'Advice to a Young Tradesman' in 1748.

Related Idioms

Time after time

Repeatedly; consistently.

Time and time again

Repeatedly over and over.

Put your money where your mouth is

Support words with action or investment.

More Idioms

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To do or say something to relieve tension or get conversation going in a social situation.

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Skip ahead to the most important or exciting part of something.

The ball is in your court

It is now your turn to take action or make a decision.

Throw in the towel

To concede defeat or admit a struggle isn't worth continuing.