Haj 5
A number that’s basically a curse. You say it, and your life slows down. It’s like the universe is taking a nap.
"It’ll be ready in 5." (It’s still smoking at 25.)
"I’ll be there in 5." (He’s still arguing with his mom about the TV.)
"We’ll leave in 5." (They’re still fighting over whose turn it is to do the dishes.)