split second
Example Sentences
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“But for a split second, it sort of was.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026
For very small particles, the entire event lasts only a split second before the material completely burns up.
From Science Daily ● May 14, 2026
"It all happened so fast, in a split second," Sausan recounted.
From Barron's ● Apr. 27, 2026
"I do think playing them can be more mindful than other games that require lots of cognitive engagement to coordinate with teammates or react in a split second."
From BBC ● Apr. 3, 2026
“It’s just—everyone disappeared when my dad got sick, or they pretended nothing was happening. And you . . .” He meets my eyes for a split second, then looks back down.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
