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instants

The correct spelling is instants.

How to pronounce instants

noun

Say it like: Ins-tan-ts

The correct spelling is instants. A very short period of time; a moment. For example: "She paused for only an instant, which was just enough time for John to change the subject."

Usage Examples

She paused for only an instant, which was just enough time for John to change the subject.

The instant the alarm went off, he fled the building.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A very short period of time; a moment.
  2. 2.A single, usually precise, point in time.
  3. 3.A beverage or food which has been pre-processed to reduce preparation time, especially instant coffee.
  4. 4.A camera that uses self-developing film to create a chemically developed print shortly after the photograph is taken.

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