split-second

[US]/[ˈsplɪt ˈsɛkənd]/
[UK]/[ˈsplɪt ˈsɛkənd]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adv.In a very short amount of time.
n.A very short amount of time.; A moment of time.
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

split-second decision

split-second timing

in a split-second

split-second glance

split-second reaction

split-second chance

split-second pause

split-second thought

split-second move

split-second impact

Example Sentences

the goalkeeper made a split-second decision to dive to his right.

it was a split-second reaction to avoid the oncoming car.

the referee's split-second whistle signaled the end of the match.

he had to make a split-second judgment call during the negotiation.

the dancer executed a split-second turn across the stage.

a split-second delay could have cost them the game.

the camera captured a split-second expression of surprise on her face.

he reacted in split-second to the falling object.

the pilot demonstrated incredible split-second maneuvering skills.

it was a split-second opportunity to change the outcome.

the software needs a split-second response time for optimal performance.

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