English Expression · Intermediate
mark time
To march in place, while still in step with the beat
Pronunciation: say mark time
Meaning
To march in place, while still in step with the beat.
Example
Next, they were ordered to converge on Bischofsburg. They had spent the morning marking time there.
Next, they were ordered to converge on Bischofsburg. They had spent the morning marking time there.
Practice tips
- Practice mark time out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.