# quick read

idiom

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/quick-read
Updated: 2026-08-10

## Meaning

A book, periodical, or other printed matter that is enjoyable to read and can be read quickly.

## Examples

- This short novel is a very quick read.
- I finished the mystery novel on the train because it was such a quick read.
- Although the biography covers several decades of history, the author's engaging style makes it a surprisingly quick read for any history enthusiast.

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