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fast times

idiom

A period of time characterized by quickly-paced activity, especially involving extravagant or risky conduct, sexual behavior, or other exciting events.


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  1. 01

    come thick and fast

    To arrive rapidly in large groups.

  2. 02

    fast and furious

    Rapid and energetic.

  3. 03

    fast asleep

    Sleeping, in a deep sleep.

  4. 04

    fast sheet

    A hotel or similar establishment catering to prostitutes.

  5. 05

    get with the times

    To become aware of modern trends, words or ideas.

  6. 06

    go nowhere fast

    To fail to make any progress.

  7. 07

    good times

    Referring to a specific period of time, whether the speaker’s present circumstances or a past era recalled with nostalgia, as agreeable or enjoyable, occasionally with an ironic connotation.

  8. 08

    hold fast

    To stubbornly resist assault, pressure or opposition, either physically or mentally.

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