What Does "they're asking for five millions in 24 hours" Mean?
Learn what "they're asking for five millions in 24 hours" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
I don't know what to do, Scott. They're asking for five millions in 24 hours. I can't lose her.
The speaker means someone is asking for an extremely large payment within one day.
From Tied By Fate, Episode 23
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker reports that someone is demanding a large amount of money very quickly.
Usage Scenario
Use this to describe a pressure-filled money demand in a story or serious conversation. It is too specific and awkward for a standalone learner phrase page.
Better ways to say it
They're asking for five million in 24 hours.
They want five million within 24 hours.
They're demanding five million by tomorrow.
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