Meaning & use
time frame
A specific period during which something is planned to happen or must be completed.
See it in a sentence
The contractor promised to finish the renovation within a six-month time frame.
We need a realistic time frame before committing to the new project.
A note on using this word
Time frame is often written as two words, though 'timeframe' as a single word is also widely accepted.
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