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in-two-twos

What does in-two-twos mean?

An expression meaning something happened rapidly. Also 'in two-twos'.

"She finish the whole plate in-two-twos."

Origin

Caribbean English idiom for speed.

Frequently asked questions

What does in-two-twos mean?
In-two-twos means very quickly or in no time at all, describing something done rapidly.
Where does in-two-twos come from?
It is a Caribbean English idiom for speed, doubling 'two' for emphasis on how fast something happened.
How do you use in-two-twos in a sentence?
You might say 'She finish the whole plate in-two-twos' to mean she ate it in a flash.
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