Minute

usgb/ˈmɪnɪt/Volume
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Expressing ImminencePlay
Often used to indicate something happening very soon, even if it might not be exactly 60 seconds. SlideShe'll be here in a minute.
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Casual ImpatiencePlay
Common in informal speech to express mild impatience or urge someone to hurry. SlideCome on, I've been waiting for a minute now!
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ExaggerationPlay
Sometimes used hyperbolically to mean a long time, opposite of its literal meaning. SlideI haven't seen you in a minute!