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
Glenn Garner, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2024
But as this one drew closer and a decision drew near, for a split-second the USC sophomore hesitated.
—Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 28 Sep. 2024
Rob Reischel, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024
Meaning matters less than recognizability, the split second of understanding the joke.
—Kyle Chayka, The New Yorker, 17 July 2024
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Adjective
Based on the 2019 novel by Carl Shuker, A Mistake delves into the perilous aftermath of a split-second medical decision from surgeon Beth Taylor (Banks), unfolding a thrilling exploration of the fatal ripple effects triggered by a single human error.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2024
But as this one drew closer and a decision drew near, for a split-second the USC sophomore hesitated.
—Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 28 Sep. 2024
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But if LaFleur or anyone in Packer Nation forgot about Jones — even for a split second — the standout running back can’t wait to remind them on Sunday.
—Rob Reischel, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024
Meaning matters less than recognizability, the split second of understanding the joke.
—Kyle Chayka, The New Yorker, 17 July 2024
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This means, according to Benjamin, the transcription process should be nigh instantaneous.Steven Aquino, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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Former President Trump drew near instantaneous pushback from establishment Republicans for pressing GOP lawmakers to take a hard line on shutting down the government.Andrew Solender, Axios, 10 Sep. 2024
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Give them a minute to reinflate on the other side, then hang up your items to let the wrinkles fall out.David Pierce, WIRED, 23 Nov. 2024
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This Roomba sweeps and sucks up dust for 120 minutes on a single charge.Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 23 Nov. 2024
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In the United States alone, it’s estimated nearly 260 million Americans will be overweight or obese by 2050 unless policy makers take immediate action.Sandee LaMotte, CNN, 22 Nov. 2024
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The leader of the opposition parties, Rahul Gandhi, demanded the immediate arrest of Adani.Siladitya Ray, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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But Herbert later completed a pair of clutch passes to Ladd McConkey that helped set up J.K. Dobbins’ 29-yard touchdown run with 18 seconds remaining.Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 20 Nov. 2024
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Denver has given up an average time to pressure of 2.89 seconds, tied for third in the league, according to NFL’s Next Gen Stats.Ryan McFadden, The Denver Post, 19 Nov. 2024
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He's already played a key role in the team remaining unbeaten, and has been an instant success for the Chiefs.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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This is not to say Gen Z refuses to use instant communication, of course.Zaheer Dodhia, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Each of these movies was smart, exciting, and relevant to the present moment, with a point of view that centered the daily struggles of ordinary folks.Noel Murray, Vulture, 18 Nov. 2024
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But one thing everyone can probably agree on is the importance of being there for your kids’ most important moments.Sean Keeler, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
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The Phillies would accept this deal in a heartbeat.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
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Inside was a wall lined with screens showing the heartbeats of mothers about to deliver.Stephania Taladrid, The New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2024
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“Split-second.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/split-second. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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