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quick time

American  

noun

  1. Military. a rate of marching in which 120 paces, each of 30 inches (76.2 centimeters), are taken in a minute.


quick time British  

noun

  1. military the normal marching rate of 120 paces to the minute Compare double time double time

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of quick time

First recorded in 1795–1805

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The quick time frames partly reflect the cost of an education at these institutions: It was less than $1,500 on average for two years of schooling at Moorpark and Cerritos.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 16, 2025

This is the second time England have tried it and the second time they have reverted to one gaffer in pretty quick time.

From BBC • Sep. 3, 2024

In cloudy conditions at the Monte Carlo Country Club, Djokovic secured two service breaks to lead 4-0 in quick time, before Safiullin finally held serve.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 9, 2024

Brook’s dismissal, edging Josh Hazlewood behind to Alex Carey, brought Bairstow to the crease and he crunched 34 not out in quick time alongside Root, who had dropped anchor by this point.

From Washington Times • Jul. 29, 2023

She was in his care, and Chet believed it was up to him to get her safely ashore, and that in as quick time as possible.

From Carolyn of the Corners by Endicott, Ruth Belmore

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