half a tick

A very brief period of time. I just need half a tick to grab my notes, and then I'll meet with you. I can have that info for you in half a tick, sir, I just need to pull it up on my computer. It takes the kids about half a tick to get down to the dining room on pizza night.

half a ˈminute, ˈtick, ˈsecond, etc.

(informal) (wait) a very short time: I’ll be with you in half a moment! I’ve just got to put my coat on. ♢ Just give me half a tick, will you? I’ve left the keys upstairs.

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half a second
half a minute
half a minute, tick, second, etc.
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half an eye
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half again as much
be half-cut
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