by fits and starts

ریشه

Originates from the 16th century, referring to the fits of disease and the starts of sudden activity.

مثال

• He works by fits and starts, with no consistent schedule.
• The project progressed by fits and starts.
• She studied by fits and starts, which was not very effective.

ترکیب‌های رایج

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