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at a snail's pace |
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at a snail's pace and at a snail's gallop very slowly. Things are moving along at a snail's pace here, but we'll finish on time—have no fear. Poor old Wally is creeping at a snail's gallop because his car has a flat tire. See also: pace at a snail's pace very slowly Usage notes: A snail is a small animal with a shell that moves very slowly. The roads were full of traffic and we were travelling at a snail's pace. See also: pace at a snail's pace very slowly The action moves at a snail's pace in this film, as if all the characters were asleep. Etymology: from the fact that a snail (a small animal with a round shell) moves very slowly See also: pace How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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