time frame

American

noun

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 British

noun

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

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time frame

Berk said Monday the pair exchanged over 1,200 text messages in that time frame.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 27, 2026

According to my data, 84 independent countries issued 340 new regular circulating banknotes during the chosen time frame.

From Salon ● Jul. 22, 2026

Federal employees who disclose such moves beyond that time frame and any extensions granted to them are subject to a $200 fine per late report.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 2, 2026

If you file an appeal within that time frame, it will not begin collecting funds until a decision has been reached.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 24, 2026

‘Oh, but I don’t abide by your time frame, giant,’ Reyna said.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan

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