The phrase "race against time" means to work or act quickly in order to meet a deadline, complete something before it's too late, or achieve a goal within a limited amount of time. Full definition
It will take a unified and strategic effort of all countries to enact smart policies, leverage innovative financing and strengthen partnerships to win race against time and achieve these goals. (www2.unccd.int)
Because now you are the prey trapped on a frantic race against time. (mundorare.com)
Our projects are about racing against time, trying to get ahead so that we can preserve the past for those in the future. (juddfoundation.org)