before you know it . before you know it {adv. phr.} Sooner than one would expect. Don't despair; we'll be finished with this work before you know it! Categories: add yours {adv. phr.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2025 To section: B Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Post my comment