as in instantaneous
done or occurring without any noticeable lapse in time
a day trader who is used to making split-second decisions
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as in minute
a very small space of time
a devastating accident can cause everything in your life to change in a split second
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Recent Examples of split-second
Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 21 Feb. 2025
The prosecutor said it’s understood that law enforcement officers sometimes make mistakes in split-second decisions.
—Alex Riggins, The Mercury News, 13 Feb. 2025
Amy Lawrence, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
There comes a time when that certainty of touch and movement as a batsman is a split second out.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
According to multiple aviation experts, the split-second loss of the wing – which holds half the jet's fuel – might have helped ensure the structural integrity of the cabin and the safety of passengers.
—Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 21 Feb. 2025
The prosecutor said it’s understood that law enforcement officers sometimes make mistakes in split-second decisions.
—Alex Riggins, The Mercury News, 13 Feb. 2025
Noun
Thomas Partey forced a turnover and with one touch stole the ball and diverted it for Odegaard, who needed only a split second to steer the ball on for Trossard in space.
—Amy Lawrence, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
There comes a time when that certainty of touch and movement as a batsman is a split second out.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for split-second
Adjective
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There was zero time wasted on deciding where the puck should go; every pass was instantaneous and laser-accurate and threaded the needle through the slot perfectly.—
Harman Dayal,
The Athletic,
9 Dec. 2024
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Six decades ago, Medley's warm baritone was an instantaneous stylistic reference for the era of good feeling that allowed rock 'n' roll to evolve into a global phenomenon.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
26 Nov. 2024
Noun
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American leading scorer Matt Rogers injured his right knee four minutes into the game.—
Jeff Wallner,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Mar. 2025
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His final triple gave Boston an 89-82 lead with about five minutes left.—
Jay King,
The Athletic,
19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Lucas had no immediate comment in response to the letter.—
Mike Hendricks,
Kansas City Star,
19 Mar. 2025
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As the sun and Neptune join forces in Pisces, everything from your immediate environment to your communication style is highlighted.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
19 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Finished a close second on debut with the winner of that race returning to win an Allowance race and then a distant 4th in the Risen Star Stakes.—
Jay Ginsbach,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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Graf’s first goal came on a short-range one-timer and his second came on the power play.—
Phil Thompson,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The company envisions expanding into Australia and New Zealand markets, where the Great White Shark—the greatest golfer ever from Down Under—provides instant credibility.—
Mike Dojc,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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The price of instant coffee has also increased about 9% in the past year, according to the CPI data.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The receivers were ready, warmed up and ready for their big moment.—
Seth Emerson,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
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The final moments of the episode also reveal that the parasitic alien Sequids are still roaming the sewers, the bloodthirsty Battle Beast is alive in space and Angstrom Levy (Sterling K. Brown) survived the Invincible War.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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According to the Mayo Clinic, arrhythmia is an irregular heartbeat that happens when the heart's electrical signals don’t work properly.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
People.com,
21 Mar. 2025
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Empathy is the heartbeat of every meaningful relationship.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Split-second.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/split-second. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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