Get It Done "Lickety-Split"

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May 6, 2026 Word of the Day lickety-split [lik-i-tee-split] adverb: at great speed; rapidly Explanation Need it fast? Do it lickety-split. This informal phrase means "at great speed," evoking the idea of a split second. It's the kind of phrase you use when there's no time to dawdle. So hurry up and read this message lickety-split! Example: The kids cleaned their messy playroom lickety-split when their mother said there was no ice cream allowed until they finished. See Full Definition Featured Article Carets & Pipes: The Difference Between Punctuation and Typographical Symbols We don't only talk about the Oxford comma. We've got plenty of other intriguing marks and symbols you need to know and explore right here. Keep Reading Play ConnectWord by Dictionary.com Can you make 4 in a row? Try today's ConnectWord, a fun free daily game at Words.com! Play Today's Game About Us   Privacy Policy