Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

call-time-on-something

idiomatic expression

/kɔːl taɪm ɒn ˈsʌmθɪŋ/

Definition

To bring an end to a discussion, activity, or situation, often suggesting that it is no longer productive or relevant.

Examples

After hours of debating the project, the manager decided to call time on the discussion and reconvene later.
She realized it was time to call time on the old habits that were holding her back from success.
During the meeting, he suggested we call time on brainstorming and finalize the budget instead.

Meaning

This phrase implies that a person is deciding to stop or pause an ongoing conversation or action, indicating that it’s time to move on or reconsider the approach taken.