half a minute, tick, second, etc.

half a minute

A very brief period of time. I just need half a minute to grab my notes, and then I'll meet with you.
See also: half, minute

half a second

A very brief period of time. I just need half a second to grab my notes, and then I'll meet with you.
See also: half, second

half a tick

A very brief period of time. I just need half a tick to grab my notes, and then I'll meet with you.
See also: half, tick
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

half a ˈminute, ˈtick, ˈsecond, etc.

(informal) (wait) a very short time: I’ll be with you in half a moment! I’ve just got to put my coat on. Just give me half a tick, will you? I’ve left the keys upstairs.
See also: half
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • half a minute
  • half a second
  • half a tick
  • forty winks
  • give (someone) a minute
  • (one's) moment in the sun
  • a passing fancy
  • in brief
  • blue-light special
  • a bad quarter of an hour