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An expression that indicates an attitude of laziness by casually delaying a chore or assignment till some undetermined point in the future.
"My wife said I need to mow the yard. I told here it's a work in progress but these things take time."
"I need to work on my paper but I'll brainstorm by watching television. I have to let my brain recharge and these things take time.
by Tennant's Doctor April 30, 2016
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