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B1 — Intermediate Time & Life

Dare tempo al tempo

To give it time

Literal Translation

"To give time to time"

What it means

Used to suggest patience and letting things develop naturally without forcing them.

Example in context

"Non ti preoccupare per la relazione — bisogna dare tempo al tempo."

"Don't worry about the relationship — you need to give it time."

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