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in no time at all
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in un tempo relativamente breve
used when something is done very soon or very fast
What is the origin of the idiom "in no time" and when to use it?
The idiom "in no time" began use in the early 20th century. At that time, factories were becoming more automated with machines and even though nothing can truly happen in exactly zero time, saying "in no time" was an exaggerated way to show how fast workflows were expected to be. Today, this expression is commonly used informally to describe tasks, activities or situations that are completed remarkably fast.
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We had the cake baked and decorated in no time for the party.
He whipped the sauce up for the pasta in no time.
The unexpected medical expenses gobbled their financial resources up in no time.
Despite the minor setback, Mark quickly recovered and was back to work, feeling right as rain in no time.
The skilled typist knocked off the report in no time.
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