as in minute
a very small space of time
within an eyeblink I accepted their offer on the house
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Noun
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Don't miss a minute of the action, tune in to FOX on Saturday to see which teams start strong in group play.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025 -
Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente, about 10 minutes.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
5 July 2025
Noun
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The outing marked Charlotte's first time at the event and George's second.—
Kelsie Gibson,
People.com,
12 July 2025
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Early on July 4, the Guadalupe River at Kerrville was flowing at 3 cubic feet per second.—
Stephen J. Beard,
USA Today,
12 July 2025
Noun
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For now, that’s not part of his All-Star week duties, but, per usual, that week will be a busy one for the heartbeat of Cleveland’s lineup.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
3 July 2025
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), symptoms of illnesses caused by harmful algal blooms can include stomachaches, rashes, headaches, and coughing, while more serious symptoms include liver damage, seizures, and irregular heartbeats.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 July 2025
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And if Lula can channel that moment, what started as a threat could turn into a political gift.—
Arick Wierson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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Entering Austin’s newest Gold’s Gym, one could be forgiven a brief moment of confusion.—
Travis Webb,
Austin American Statesman,
11 July 2025
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“Eyeblink.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eyeblink. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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