In Short Order (Adverb)
Meaning
With speed; "he works quickly"; "John got ready in short order".
Examples
- She got dressed in short order and ran downstairs to meet her friends.
- The restaurant was able to prepare our food in short order and we were impressed.
- He worked on the puzzle in short order, figuring it out before anyone else.
- After being reminded of the task, the employee finished the report in short order.
- The nurse had the patient's wound cleaned and bandaged in short order, relieving their discomfort.