Meaning of like a shot in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Adverb
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Adverb

    like a shot

    Definitions

    1. without delay or hesitation

    Examples

    • « with no time intervening »
    • « he answered immediately »
    • « found an answer straightaway »
    • « an official accused of dishonesty should be suspended forthwith »
    • « Come here now! »

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