there's no time like the present

Related to word: time

Idiom

Definition

  1. An expression encouraging immediate action rather than procrastination.

    • You've been talking about learning a new skill; there's no time like the present!

    • They've always wanted to travel; since they have time now, why not leave immediately? There's no time like the present!

    • If you want to change jobs, start looking now; there's no time like the present.