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in a New York minute

very quickly I would sell that car in a New York minute if the right offer came along.

Etymology: based on the idea that everything happens more quickly in New York City

See also: minute, new, York

in a New York minute

and INYM

phr. & comp. abb. almost instantly. I’d do it INYM.

See also: minute, new, York

New York’s finest

n. a New York City police officer. Three of New York’s finest were standing there at my door with my lost dog.

See also: fin, new

york

(jork)

1. in. to empty one’s stomach; to vomit. He ate the stuff, then went straight out and yorked.

2. n. vomit. Hey, Jimmy! Come out in the snow and see the frozen york!