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Ways to Say "longer you wait" in English
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but the longer you wait, the
This means delay will make it harder to catch the person being pursued.
From Honey Gold, Episode 57
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone says waiting longer will let the killer escape further.
Usage Scenario
Use this in urgent situations when time matters. It is dramatic and strongly tied to danger or a crime scenario, so it is not everyday English.
Better ways to say it
1
The longer you wait, the further the killer will get.
2
Don't wait too long.
3
We have to act now.
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