Phrase guide

no time

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A very short period of time.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic, uncountable

Examples

  • Now that the roads are plowed, we'll get home in no time!

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: instant, jiffy, bat of an eye, bit, blink of an eye, crack, eyeblink, flash, glimpse, half a mo, jiff, jot, minute, mo, moment, New York minute, New York second, no time, sec, second, span, split-second, spurt, stound, tick, trice, twink, twinkle, twinkling, while

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see no, time.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

Examples

  • At no time are you allowed off the property while the store is open.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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