jiffy
noun
a very short time; moment.
jiff
-
a variation of
jiffy.
Example Sentences
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In 2013, the creator of the Gif graphics format insisted that his invention should be pronounced with a hard "g" - "jiff" rather than "giff".
From BBC ● Sep. 6, 2017
“Off in a jiff, drinks with Kevin Spacey at a certain theatrical bar!” the next post reads.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 30, 2016
Lohr’s history I got through in a jiff.
From Slate ● Mar. 15, 2012
Triangular Tom straightened up in a jiff, And put on his best manner—exceedingly stiff; And as far as his angular shape would allow Triangular Tom made a beautiful bow.
From The Jingle Book by Oliver Herford
"Wait a jiff for those letters," answered Diggory.
From The Triple Alliance Its trials and triumphs by Harold Avery
