take five
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Typically it would take five or six months in a vibrant housing market.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 16, 2026
"I think it's probably going to take five years before you see any real difference, but we've already got a lot more focus on it," she says as we swim.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
The attack caused "extensive damage" that Qatar's state energy company said could cost $20 billion a year in lost revenue and take five years to repair.
From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026
Second, use the “5-5-5” breathing method: When you’re stressed in the middle of a trade, close your eyes and take five deep breaths, five times, holding each for five seconds.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 28, 2026
“All right, so. Let’s take five, and then we’ll jump into ‘Food, Glorious Food.’”
From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli
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