![]() So, "It's 10 minutes overtime," might be the answer to "Hey John, how far is the game into the fourth quarter?" (basketball). Overtime as a single word, means something different. ![]() If it is 3:10 and the meeting is not over (ended), then this phrase would be good. Suppose you were in a meeting that was scheduled from 2:00 to 3:00. ![]() This is correct, but may not mean what you intend. If the time bomb was near fifteen seconds, I would use "out of time." For example, if the time bomb had just reached the one minute mark, this would be fine. This phrase is used for less dramatic events or for events where there is more time remaining, than the previous phrase. This idiomatic expression uses on, instead of of. Used for some dramatic event with a clear deadline such as a time bomb getting ready to explode or a timed test at school. Yes, this could mean "I expected to leave to go to the movie five minutes ago, but if I drive fast, I think I will be there on time." However, the speaking person believes that under the expected conditions (traffic, speed limit, distance to travel, etc) that the speaker and those with him will possibly be late for the event. This does not imply that the person speaking and the person/people with him are late for some event. ![]() Could you bring the check with coffee? We're running late. ![]()
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