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LIKE A SHOT

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Dictionary entry overview: What does like a shot mean?

• LIKE A SHOT (adverb)
The adverb LIKE A SHOT has 1 sense:

1. without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

Familiarity information: LIKE A SHOT used as an adverb is very rare.

Dictionary entry details

• LIKE A SHOT (adverb)

Sense 1

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Meaning:

Without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

Synonyms:

at once; straight off; right away; like a shot; instantly; in real time; immediately; forthwith; straightaway; directly; now

Context examples:

he answered immediately / found an answer straightaway / an official accused of dishonesty should be suspended forthwith / Come here now!

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