time frame

American  

noun

1. a period of time during which something has taken or will take place.

   We're talking about a time frame of five minutes for the president's visit.

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time frame British  

noun

1. the period of time within which certain events are scheduled to occur

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Etymology

Origin of time frame

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

“Applying for and opening new credit accounts will tend to lower your credit scores, so avoiding multiple applications over a short time frame can prevent a cumulative negative effect,” says Experian.

From MarketWatch

Authorities haven’t yet provided a time frame for the full restoration of the electricity system.

From The Wall Street Journal

Bond markets are also pricing in a much longer time frame for both the inflationary effects of the war and its likely impact on growth forecasts for the world’s biggest economy.

From Barron's

It is one of the great opportunities for ordinary investors that the longer the time frame, the easier it is to predict investment outcomes.

From MarketWatch

He first didn’t announce a deal within the required time frame, and then a merger with Universal Music Group fell through.

From The Wall Street Journal