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borrowed time
noun
an uncertain, usually limited period of time extending beyond or postponing the occurrence of something inevitable.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of borrowed time1
First recorded in 1895–1900
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Example Sentences
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Still, just a month ago contrarians believed that the gold rally was “living on borrowed time” and that they would “get the last laugh.”
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Is Amorim on borrowed time as Man Utd boss?
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So with that in mind, if Spurs have the strength in their initial convictions then Postecoglou may still be on borrowed time.
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It has said that it believes Syria is living "on borrowed time".
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The twins are living on borrowed time.
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