fast time
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of fast time
An Americanism dating back to 1930–35
Example Sentences
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I was like, ‘Yeah, today’s going to be a fast time.’
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 20, 2026
She raced after her closest rival, Olympic champion Corinne Suter, failed to post a fast time and ended 19th.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 16, 2022
The Dutchman did another preparation lap before going again for a fast time, but the error would have meant his tyres were not in optimum condition.
From BBC ● Mar. 12, 2022
No one, including Ledecky, had posted such a fast time in the 800 free at this point in the calendar.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 2, 2021
When I was in fifth grade, I didn’t know how fast time could move.
From "Harbor Me" by Jacqueline Woodson
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