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VocabJLPT N4

instant

NounAdverb

Definitions

1. instant
2. moment

This noun means "an instant," "a moment," or "a split second." It describes an extremely brief period of time, and is used to emphasize how quickly something happened or how fleeting a feeling or observation was.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

He thought for a second, then turned it down flat.

Sentence 2

The instant I saw that expression, I knew she was angry.

Sentence 3

"Wait, it's already over?" everyone said in surprise.

Sentence 4

"Just help me for a sec!" my little brother shouted.

Sentence 5

"Don't make up your mind after one look," my friend said.