English / idiom
Don't Hold Your Breath
MEANING IN ENGLISH
Do not wait expectantly for something to happen, because it is extremely improbable or will take a very long time.
In context
01
He promised to pay back the borrowed funds by Friday, but knowing his track record, don't hold your breath.
02
If you think management is going to approve budget expansion this quarter, don't hold your breath.
Synonyms
Do not count on it,Highly unlikely,Far-fetched expectation
Antonyms
Expect immediate results,Bank on it
Collocations
wouldn't hold my breath,don't hold your breath for change,warn someone not to hold breath