Synonyms

in no time

Idioms

Also, in no time at all; in less than no time; in nothing flat. Almost instantly, immediately, as in The train will be here in no time at all, or He'll be finished in less than no time, or I'll be there in nothing flat. All these hyperbolic terms equate a very short time with “at once.” [First half of 1800s]

Example Sentences

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That stopped the flicking and flapping in no time flat.

From Literature

“There’s nothing to worry or be nervous about, Chase. Don’t be afraid. You’ll be at the Rossis’ farm in no time at all.”

From Literature

One gets the hang of a cane right away, evidently, and in no time my stance had shifted from aversion to fascination.

From The Wall Street Journal

It’s actually the last room at the end of this hall, so we reach the door in no time.

From Literature

“Between the two of us, we’ll have you fit as a fiddle in no time.”

From Literature

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