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quick study

idiom
Meaning

One who is capable of learning at a fast pace; a fast learner.


Examples
SIMPLE

She is a quick study and learns new tasks fast.

CONTEXTUAL

The manager hired him because he is a quick study, which is helpful for such a complex job.

COMPLEX

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.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    brown study

    A melancholy mood accompanied by deep thought; a moody daydream.

  2. 02

    make quick work of

    To accomplish a specified task easily and quickly.

  3. 03

    quick as a flash

    Extremely quick.

  4. 04

    quick as lightning

    Extremely quick.

  5. 05

    quick buck

    A large sum of money earned easily and quickly.

  6. 06

    quick off the mark

    fast to act or react

  7. 07

    quick on one's feet

    sharp-witted.

  8. 08

    quick on the draw

    Characterized by rapid response, as to a verbal remark or to a new situation; quick to act.

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