50 Idioms for Quick with Meanings & Sentences
Idioms for Quick
1. In a flash
Meaning: Very quickly or suddenly.
In a Sentence: He disappeared in a flash before anyone could stop him.
Other Ways to Say: Instantly, In a second
2. In the blink of an eye
Meaning: Something happening so quickly it’s barely noticeable.
In a Sentence: The car was gone in the blink of an eye.
Other Ways to Say: In no time, Instantly
3. In no time
Meaning: Very quickly or almost immediately.
In a Sentence: She finished her homework in no time.
Other Ways to Say: Quickly, Fast
4. Quick as a wink
Meaning: Very fast; almost instantaneous.
In a Sentence: He grabbed the last cookie quick as a wink.
Other Ways to Say: Instantly, Rapidly
5. Like greased lightning
Meaning: Extremely fast.
In a Sentence: Sarah finished her chores like greased lightning so she could go to the park.
Other Ways to Say: Rapidly, Swiftly
6. In a heartbeat
Meaning: Very quickly or immediately, often showing eagerness.
In a Sentence: I’d help my best friend in a heartbeat.
Other Ways to Say: Instantly, Right away
7. At the drop of a hat
Meaning: Immediately or without hesitation.
In a Sentence: She’s always ready to travel at the drop of a hat.
Other Ways to Say: Instantly, Without delay
8. As fast as lightning
Meaning: Extremely quick.
In a Sentence: The cat dashed across the street as fast as lightning.
Other Ways to Say: Super fast, Very quickly
9. Before you know it
Meaning: Something happening sooner than expected.
In a Sentence: We’ll be on vacation before you know it.
Other Ways to Say: Soon, In no time
10. Faster than you can say “go”
Meaning: Very quick; almost immediate.
In a Sentence: He solved the puzzle faster than you can say “go.”
Other Ways to Say: Instantly, Very fast
11. Like a shot
Meaning: Very quickly or immediately.
In a Sentence: He left the office like a shot when he heard the news.
Other Ways to Say: Instantly, In no time
12. Quick as a bunny
Meaning: Very fast, like a rabbit.
In a Sentence: She hopped up quick as a bunny when the bell rang.
Other Ways to Say: Speedily, Swiftly
13. Quick on the draw
Meaning: Fast to react or respond.
In a Sentence: In debates, he’s always quick on the draw with his answers.
Other Ways to Say: Fast thinker, Rapid responder
14. In a jiffy
Meaning: In a very short time.
In a Sentence: I’ll be ready in a jiffy—just need two minutes.
Other Ways to Say: Shortly, In a moment
15. Swift as an arrow
Meaning: Moving very quickly.
In a Sentence: The athlete raced down the track swift as an arrow.
Other Ways to Say: Rapidly, Like lightning
16. On the double
Meaning: Without delay; immediately.
In a Sentence: “Soldiers, fall in on the double!”
Other Ways to Say: At once, Right away
17. In a snap
Meaning: Very quickly or with ease.
In a Sentence: She solved the puzzle in a snap.
Other Ways to Say: Instantly, In no time
18. In two shakes of a lamb’s tail
Meaning: Extremely quickly.
In a Sentence: I’ll have that report to you in two shakes of a lamb’s tail.
Other Ways to Say: Very soon, Quickly
19. At full tilt
Meaning: At maximum speed.
In a Sentence: They rode the roller coaster at full tilt.
Other Ways to Say: Full speed, Flat out
20. In short order
Meaning: Quickly and efficiently.
In a Sentence: The team completed the project in short order.
Other Ways to Say: Promptly, Swiftly
21. Without skipping a beat
Meaning: Continuing quickly without pause.
In a Sentence: She transitioned to the next topic without skipping a beat.
Other Ways to Say: Seamlessly, Instantly
22. At warp speed
Meaning: Extremely fast, as if defying normal limits.
In a Sentence: Technology is advancing at warp speed.
Other Ways to Say: Hyper fast, Rapidly
23. Like a bat out of hell
Meaning: Very fast and often wildly.
In a Sentence: He sprinted from the building like a bat out of hell.
Other Ways to Say: Frantically fast, Like lightning
24. In hot haste
Meaning: With great urgency and speed.
In a Sentence: She left in hot haste after hearing the alarm.
Other Ways to Say: Urgently, Hastily
25. On the fly
Meaning: While doing something else; quickly and without preparation.
In a Sentence: He made adjustments to the presentation on the fly.
Other Ways to Say: Spontaneously, Impromptu
26. In a New York minute
Meaning: Very quickly; an instant.
In a Sentence: He was gone in a New York minute as soon as the bell rang.
Other Ways to Say: In a flash, Immediately
27. Before you can say Jack Robinson
Meaning: Faster than you can utter a name; instantly.
In a Sentence: The children scattered before you can say Jack Robinson.
Other Ways to Say: In the blink of an eye, Instantly
28. Posthaste
Meaning: Immediately; with great speed.
In a Sentence: Please send the documents posthaste.
Other Ways to Say: At once, Right away
29. Faster than a speeding bullet
Meaning: Extremely fast.
In a Sentence: His car accelerated faster than a speeding bullet.
Other Ways to Say: Super quick, Like lightning
30. Like a rocket
Meaning: Very fast.
In a Sentence: The cyclist shot down the hill like a rocket.
Other Ways to Say: Swiftly, Rapidly
31. At breakneck speed
Meaning: Dangerously fast.
In a Sentence: They drove through the city at breakneck speed.
Other Ways to Say: Recklessly fast, Very quickly
32. In a twinkling
Meaning: Very quickly; in an instant.
In a Sentence: The magician vanished in a twinkling.
Other Ways to Say: In a flash, Immediately
33. With lightning speed
Meaning: Extremely fast pace.
In a Sentence: She answered all the questions with lightning speed.
Other Ways to Say: Instantly, Rapidly
34. Right off the bat
Meaning: Immediately; from the very start.
In a Sentence: He knew right off the bat that it was a good idea.
Other Ways to Say: Immediately, Straight away
35. In record time
Meaning: Faster than previously achieved.
In a Sentence: They built the bridge in record time.
Other Ways to Say: Unbelievably fast, Swiftly
36. At once
Meaning: Immediately.
In a Sentence: Please come to my office at once.
Other Ways to Say: Right away, Instantly
37. In the nick of time
Meaning: Just in time; almost too late.
In a Sentence: He caught the train in the nick of time.
Other Ways to Say: Just in time, Barely
38. In a split second
Meaning: Almost instantly; very quickly.
In a Sentence: He changed direction in a split second.
Other Ways to Say: In an instant, Immediately
39. Light on one’s feet
Meaning: Able to move quickly and gracefully.
In a Sentence: The dancer was light on her feet during the performance.
Other Ways to Say: Agile, Nimble
40. Turn on a dime
Meaning: To change direction or action very quickly.
In a Sentence: The driver turned on a dime to avoid the obstacle.
Other Ways to Say: Instantly pivot, Swiftly change
41. Make haste
Meaning: To hurry; move quickly.
In a Sentence: We must make haste if we want to catch the sunrise.
Other Ways to Say: Hurry up, Hurry along
42. On the spur of the moment
Meaning: Suddenly, without planning.
In a Sentence: She booked the trip on the spur of the moment.
Other Ways to Say: Impulsively, Spontaneously
43. Pronto
Meaning: Very quickly; immediately (colloquial).
In a Sentence: Get those files to me, pronto!
Other Ways to Say: ASAP, Right away
44. Straightaway
Meaning: Immediately; without delay.
In a Sentence: She answered the phone straightaway.
Other Ways to Say: At once, Immediately
45. Make a snap decision
Meaning: To decide very quickly, often without thought.
In a Sentence: He made a snap decision to accept the job offer.
Other Ways to Say: Quick judgment, Instant choice
46. As swift as the wind
Meaning: Extremely fast.
In a Sentence: The courier delivered the letter as swift as the wind.
Other Ways to Say: Like lightning, Very quickly
47. With no time to lose
Meaning: Having to act immediately.
In a Sentence: With no time to lose, they boarded the plane.
Other Ways to Say: Urgently, Immediately
48. Rapid-fire
Meaning: Happening or done very quickly in succession.
In a Sentence: She fired off rapid-fire questions during the interview.
Other Ways to Say: Fast-paced, Quick succession
49. Hotfoot it
Meaning: To move very quickly.
In a Sentence: We hotfooted it to the station to catch the last train.
Other Ways to Say: Hurry, Rush
50. Pronto, flash, and bolt
Meaning: An emphatic way to say extremely fast.
In a Sentence: He completed the task pronto, flash, and bolt.
Other Ways to Say: In a flash, Instantly, Rapidly
