time frame

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.

time frame

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of time frame¹

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

There is no defined time frame for doping cases - they last as long as it takes to sift through all the evidence.

From BBC

The quick time frames partly reflect the cost of an education at these institutions: It was less than $1,500 on average for two years of schooling at Moorpark and Cerritos.

From Los Angeles Times

Throughout that time frame, a strong majority of Americans — about two-thirds — have said it is not justified, with about a third saying it was or could be.

From Los Angeles Times

Nuñez never gave himself a time frame to “make it,” but knew that his career would only advance if he didn’t let the relaxed allure of L.A. distract him from his goal.

From Los Angeles Times

The lack of movement at shorter time frames means there is limited direct impact on UK household finances, for now.

From BBC