in no time

phrase

Synonyms of in no timenext
: very quickly or soon

Examples of in no time in a Sentence

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Because of their small size, the little dots of pasta cooked up quicker than the standard ones, which means dinner was ready in no time. — Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 Sep. 2026 Here, the two staples come together for a simple pasta-soup hybrid that’s ready in no time. — Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 7 Sep. 2026 So, with help from a few friends, your backyard can be company-ready in no time. — Melody Kazel, PEOPLE, 20 Aug. 2026 Mobsters can read, and in no time, Deuce Dussault had a contract on his head. — Tom Mooney, The Providence Journal, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in no time

Word History

First Known Use

1786, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of in no time was in 1786

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“In no time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20no%20time. Accessed 6 Oct. 2026.

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