creep by

creep by

To move slowly, as of time. Time feels like it's just creeping by in that class because it's so boring.

See also: by, creep

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creep by

Fig. [for time] to pass slowly. The minutes crept by as I awaited Mrs. Barron's telephone call. I know the days will creep by until we finally get our test results.

See also: by, creep

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