fraction of a second

Example Sentences

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A smartphone can send data across the world in a fraction of a second.

From MarketWatch • May 4, 2026

It lasts only a fraction of a second, but inside those movements lies an entire story of personality, identity and obstacles overcome.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

A vehicle has only a fraction of a second to decide whether an air bag needs to deploy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 8, 2025

This photo captured a fraction of a second in time, showing wisps of solar energy and light fighting to get around the dark side of the moon.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 14, 2024

Mr. Lew closed his eyes for a fraction of a second, an almost imperceptible nod of encouragement.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu