“时间不等人”在英语口语里能怎么说？

蹩脚口语：time doesn't wait（×）
地道口语：the clock is ticking（√）

【影视实例】
影视来源：《蒸发的摩根夫妇》
剧情引导：
摩根太太是个成功的房产经纪人，在给客户推销房子的时候被触及伤心事，原来她很想要有个孩子，却无奈跟老公闹分居，于是想要领养……

- You're pregnant? I mean, if you're planning on having a baby, this is the most magical place.
- How many children do you have?
- How many? Let me see, I have... Well, I have zero. My husband and I are separated. I know what you're thinking, the clock is ticking, right? But I'm, you know... I'm considering adoption, and you gotta stay optimistic. You know? Don't get down on yourself.