lickety-split

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Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace could have supplied us, lickety-split.

From Salon • Dec. 6, 2024

These garlicky, buttery noodles are perfect for when you need a stellar pantry meal lickety-split.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 9, 2023

The story turns on Sam’s belief in a quick turnaround; the problem acknowledged will now be solved, lickety-split, by the expert he has procured.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 31, 2022

Construction started barely three weeks ago, but the building is going up lickety-split.

From Washington Post • Jun. 27, 2020

After school, I walked as fast as I could, lickety-split, up the street and across the persimmon field.

From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals