make\ time

make\ time
v. phr. slang
1. To be successful in arriving at a designated place in short or good time.

We're supposed to be there at 6 P.M., and it's only 5:30 - we're making good time.

2. To be successful in making sexual advances to someone.

Joe sure is making time with Sue, isn't he?


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