in a moment

idiom

: in a short time : soon
I'll explain that in a moment.

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And in a moment of great division over identifiers of personal diversity, Thompson is making the most of hers, both as a Cherokee and as a woman. Andrea Riquier, USA TODAY, 9 Mar. 2025 The film, which tells the true story of an all-Black, all-female battalion in WWII, also saw Kerry Washington take home the Best Actress award in a moment of genuine shock and gratitude. Okla Jones, Essence, 23 Feb. 2025 What To Know Sandler, who was an SNL cast member from 1990 to 1995, was introduced by Jack Nicholson before taking the stage with his guitar in a moment that is being described by fans as one of the show's best ever. Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 17 Feb. 2025 And so, on January 21, 2023, Ellen, in a moment of deep anguish and love, shot her husband to end his suffering. Tony Ray, Orlando Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for in a moment

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“In a moment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20a%20moment. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.

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