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
Ela (2)-Turkish
Iustina-Late Roman
Cayetanokie-e-TAH-noSpanish
Uzziahə-ZIE-ə (English)Biblical
Ira['aiərə]
Kwesi-Western African, Akan