At a Snail’s Pace
Definition: Doing something very slowly, at an unhurried, leisurely pace.
Example: “We’ve covered miles at a snail’s pace; we’ll never get there on time!”
📚 Synonyms
- Slow as molasses: If you’ve ever seen molasses pour out of a bottle, you know that’s some serious sluggishness.
- Taking your sweet time: Indulging in the luxury of not being rushed, because hey, Rome wasn’t built in a day.
- Lazy river flow: Just like a gentle and unurgent stream, meandering and wandering; perfect for floaty vibes.
🔄 Antonyms
- Swift as an arrow: Traveling at high speeds, hitting that target with rapid precision.
- Fast track: Getting things done pronto, often for those who live life in the fast lane.
- Lightning speed: Blink and you’ll miss it – as quick as a flash.
📜 Related Expressions
- At a crawl: Much like a baby who’s just figured out mobility, but hasn’t quite conquered the floor.
- Slowpoke: For those moments when leisurely is an understatement.
- Dragging feet: Underlining the notion of reluctance and, well, dragging your metaphorical heels.
🌟 Inspiration and Humor
Witch Hazel once said, “Endeavors at a snail’s pace make for wondrous contemplation, less so for pizza delivery!” – a reminder that sometimes slow is only good in theory.
Proverb: “Slow and steady wins the race.” – The venerable grandma of “at a snail’s pace,” reminding us all to take things one slow, deliberate step at a time.
📖 Explore More
- Literature: “The Tortoise and the Hare” by Aesop – A timeless fable all about pacing.
- Books: “Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff” by Richard Carlson – Encouraging ease and patience.
- Songs: “The Long and Winding Road” by The Beatles – An ode to long journeys.
- Poetry: “To His Coy Mistress” by Andrew Marvell – “Had we but world enough, and time…”
- Movies: Zootopia – Watch Flash the sloth at his joyous, glacial pace.
### What does 'at a snail’s pace' mean?
- [x] Moving very slowly
- [ ] Driving fast in a race
- [ ] Hanging out with snails
- [ ] Eating slowly
> **Explanation:** The phrase means to move or progress very slowly, akin to the pace of a snail.
### Choose the expression that means something similar to 'at a snail’s pace':
- [ ] Flying high
- [ ] Quick as a bunny
- [x] Slow as molasses
- [ ] Fast and furious
> **Explanation:** "Slow as molasses" is a synonym, laying in molasses' stickiness for comedic effect.
### Which idiom is a suitable antonym of 'at a snail’s pace'?
- [x] Swift as an arrow
- [ ] Dragging heels
- [ ] At a crawl
- [ ] Lazybones
> **Explanation:** "Swift as an arrow" is the polar opposite, suggesting rapid speed.
### True or False: "Taking your sweet time" means rushing things quickly.
- [ ] True
- [x] False
> **Explanation:** Quite the contrary, it implies the action is being done slowly and enjoyably.
### Pick the phrase related to 'at a snail’s pace':
- [x] Slowpoke
- [ ] Jet stream
- [ ] Full speed ahead
- [ ] Lightning bolt
> **Explanation:** "Slowpoke" emphasizes the leisurely speed.
With slowness often comes a deeper appreciation of life’s gentle unfolding. Keep in mind, each steady step you take offers a vista of thought.
Farewell, remember that not all heroes sprint into the sunset; some meander magnificently.
S.L. Slugworth
