a jiff

a jiff

A very short amount of time. Used especially in the phrase "in a jiffy," meaning immediately, very quickly, or at once. Just call us on this number if you have any problems, and we'll be back in a jiff. I'll pop the hood and have a look at the engine. It should only take a jiff.
See also: jiff
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • jiff
  • in a jiffy
  • how/what about...?
  • how about
  • How long is a piece of string?
  • eggs is eggs
  • from my cold, dead hands
  • kicking and screaming
  • (one's) best foot forward
  • best foot forward