Against the clock

Against the clock:

 

Definition:

In a great hurry, swiftly.

Example 1:

I am working against the clock to finish this assignment.

I am working in a great hurry to finish this assignment.

Example 2:

 

Ali is running against the clock to submit his proposal.

Ali is running in a great hurry to submit his proposal.

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