VOCABULARY - IDIOMS

A Week Is A Long Time In _____

Meaning:

In the field mentioned, the situation may change rapidly

Examples:

  • A week is a long time in politics—a candidate ahead in the polls may drop out of the race a few days later.
  • Last Monday, the candidate was trailing in the polls, but now she's the frontrunner. Truly, a week is a long time in politics.
  • The underdog team won two consecutive matches and moved up the standings. A week is a long time in sports.
  • Stock prices plummeted on Tuesday but rebounded by Friday. A week is a long time in finance.
  • A new app went viral and attracted millions of users within days. A week is a long time in the tech industry.
  • The company's shares surged after a major deal was announced. A week is a long time in business.
  • The students struggled with the material initially, but after intensive tutoring, they aced the test. A week is a long time in education.
  • The patient showed remarkable improvement after the new treatment. A week is a long time in health.
  • Last week's fashion show set a new trend that everyone is now following. A week is a long time in fashion.
  • They were on the brink of breaking up, but now they’re planning a vacation together. A week is a long time in relationships.