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Time flies when you're having fun

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Time flies when you're having fun.

something that you say which means that time passes quickly when you are enjoying yourself

Usage notes: Often used humorously when you are talking about an activity which was not enjoyable.

'I can't believe we've spent four hours cleaning this carpet.' 'Well, time flies when you're having fun.'

See also: flies, fun, have, time