In a Timely Fashion In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "In a Timely Fashion", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2022-03-30 05:03

Meaning of In a Timely Fashion

Synonyms:

in a timely manner

In a Timely Fashion phrase

"Timely" has existed since the 1200s as a way to say early or at the right time. "Fashion" is synonymous with "manner" and in a timely manner is another common variation of this expression.

Promptly or within a reasonable time frame.

 

To improve my credit score, I always pay my bills in a timely fashion.

If there are any changes to contact information, please notify me of them in a timely fashion.

The teacher always answers my emails in a timely fashion.

Other phrases about:

like a rat up a drainpipe

Very rapidly and eagerly

in no time flat

Very quickly; in a short period of time

in the blink of an eye

Used to say that something happens very quickly.

Origin of In a Timely Fashion

The exact origin of this expression is unclear, but it seems to have started in the mid-1900s and risen in popularity over time.

The Origin Cited: writingexplained.org .
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Candy is Dandy but Liquor is Quicker
Candy is a good thing to offer someone to get them to do something, but liquor will work more quickly when  convincing someone to do something.
Example: .

Daughter: So I really want all my friends to have a great time. I was thinking it would be a good idea to have some candy out on the tables for people to snack on.

Mother: Well, if you want them to really enjoy themselves, candy is dandy but liquor is quicker.

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