Before you know where you are

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The phrase conveys an element of surprise regarding how quickly something happens.

I just started college, and before you know where you are, it's already finals week!

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It's commonly used in casual, conversational English rather than formal situations.

We'll start the party, and before you know where you are, it'll be midnight!

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The phrase can emphasize how time seems to pass very quickly.

The kids grow up so fast—one day they're crawling, and before you know where you are, they're off to school.

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