idiom
make up for lost time
MAYK UP for LOST TYM
meɪk ʌp fɔːr lɒst taɪmListen
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Syllable breakdown
makeupforlosttime
Dictionary meaning
do something as fast as possible to compensate for time previously wasted; rush to catch up after a period of delay or inactivity
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