quick study
One who is capable of learning at a fast pace; a fast learner.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“She is a quick study and learns new tasks fast.”
“The manager hired him because he is a quick study, which is helpful for such a complex job.”
“Although he had no prior experience in the field, his reputation as a quick study allowed him to master the software within a single week.”
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brown study
A melancholy mood accompanied by deep thought; a moody daydream.
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make quick work of
To accomplish a specified task easily and quickly.
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quick as a flash
Extremely quick.
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quick as lightning
Extremely quick.
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quick buck
A large sum of money earned easily and quickly.
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quick off the mark
fast to act or react
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quick on one's feet
sharp-witted.
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quick on the draw
Characterized by rapid response, as to a verbal remark or to a new situation; quick to act.
Last updated August 10, 2026