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
Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2025
Key Benefits of Edge Computing Reduced Latency: Faster data processing is critical for applications such as autonomous vehicles, where split-second decisions are required.
—Madhu Gaganam, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Ars Technica, 26 Feb. 2025
The Supreme Court weighed Monday whether courts should examine everything that happened during the traffic stop or just the split seconds when the officer feared for his safety in deciding whether the officer can be tried for unreasonable force.
—Ella Lee, The Hill, 22 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
His wire-to-wire tenacity made Benet squirm until the final split-second had ticked off the clock.
—Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2025
Key Benefits of Edge Computing Reduced Latency: Faster data processing is critical for applications such as autonomous vehicles, where split-second decisions are required.
—Madhu Gaganam, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Noun
This is the kind of game where halting your movement for even a split second often means being instantly overwhelmed by enemies that swarm from all angles.
—Ars Technica, 26 Feb. 2025
The Supreme Court weighed Monday whether courts should examine everything that happened during the traffic stop or just the split seconds when the officer feared for his safety in deciding whether the officer can be tried for unreasonable force.
—Ella Lee, The Hill, 22 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for split-second
Adjective
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Odegaard’s impact in those first few weeks was profound and instantaneous.—
James McNicholas,
The Athletic,
25 Feb. 2025
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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
Noun
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The scientists observed the sharktopus — the unofficial nickname for the peculiar duo — for 10 minutes.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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The participants then chewed each type of gum for four minutes—and some for an extra 20 minutes—while researchers collected saliva samples at various points.—
Julia Ries,
Health,
1 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This approach not only helps to diffuse immediate tensions but also lays the groundwork for long-term loyalty.—
Doug Melville,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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Beyond the immediate financial devastation, job loss shakes the very core of a person’s identity and self-worth.—
Alan M. Langlieb,
Baltimore Sun,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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First, by subjects chewing a piece of gum for four minutes and taking a saliva sample every 30 seconds.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
People.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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The second of four outstanding NCAA Tournament regional semifinal matchups taking place on Thursday tips off at 7:39 p.m. ET, as 4-seed Maryland and 1-seed Florida clash in the West Region semifinals.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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In fact, your age often brings instant credibility—people respect experience, confidence, and the ability to deliver results without the fluff.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Beyond instant coverage, many of the best concealers can improve the look of dark circles over time.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
22 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Was there a moment that shocked you the most or a favorite suspect to explore?—
Lexy Perez,
The Hollywood Reporter,
23 Mar. 2025
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Bruce Bennett/Getty Images WASHINGTON — Step into Washington's Capital One Arena, and the number 895 pervades every curve of the concourse — there's even a stack of exactly that many pucks, topped by a goal horn waiting for a certain historic moment to blare.—
Becky Sullivan,
NPR,
23 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Empathy is the heartbeat of every meaningful relationship.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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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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“Split-second.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/split-second. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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