Meaning of the word "time fleeth away without delay" in English

What does "time fleeth away without delay" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

time fleeth away without delay

US /taɪm fliːθ əˈweɪ wɪˈðaʊt dɪˈleɪ/
UK /taɪm fliːθ əˈweɪ wɪˈðaʊt dɪˈleɪ/
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Idiom

an archaic or poetic expression meaning that time passes very quickly and cannot be stopped or recovered

Example:
Remember that time fleeth away without delay, so make the most of every moment.
In the old poem, the line 'time fleeth away without delay' warns us of our mortality.