without skipping a beat



without skipping a beat

Without slowing down, pausing, or losing one's place, especially in spite of a potential distraction or disruption. When his son-in-law staggered into the meeting reeking of booze, the boss continued his talk without skipping a beat.
See also: beat, skip, without

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Fishke-Yiddish
MichaŁMEE-khahwPolish
Yakup-Turkish
Addams['ædəmz]
Iodocus-Ancient Celtic (Latinized)
Eyvindr-Ancient Scandinavian