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挤时间
jǐ shíjiān
Description
“挤时间”的意思是就算很忙，也想办法找出一点时间来做别的事。
"挤时间" means that even when very busy, one tries to find a little time to do other things.
我们常常说“挤时间学习”或者“挤时间陪家人”。
We often say "挤时间学习" (squeeze in time to study) or "挤时间陪家人" (squeeze in time to be with family).
Meanings
挤时间jǐ shíjiān
to make time; to squeeze out time
他每天很忙，但还是挤时间锻炼。
He is busy every day but still makes time to exercise.
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Notes
- Etymology
挤 means "to squeeze," so the phrase pictures pressing spare time out of a busy schedule.
- Nuance
implies effort to find time despite being busy, similar to English "squeeze in time."
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