PDQ (Pretty Damn Quick)
Definition: Acronym for “pretty damn quick,” indicating something has occurred or should occur with considerable speed.
Synonyms:
- ASAP (as soon as possible)
- Pronto
- At once
- In a jiffy
- On the double
Antonyms:
- Slowly
- Leisurely
- At one’s own pace
- Eventually
Humor-filled Quotes:
- “I’d tell you a joke about time travel, but you didn’t laugh pretty damn quick.” — Unknown
- “Patience is a virtue, but sometimes so is speed.” — ZA’s Speedy Sayings
Related Proverbs:
- Better late than never.
(Though sometimes, you really need to be on time!) - Time and tide wait for no man.
(A gentle reminder why PDQ is sometimes crucial.)
Inspirations in Literature:
- “The Hobbit” by J. R. R. Tolkien – Bilbo needed to leave Bag End pretty damn quick!
- “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” by Douglas Adams – Arthur Dent’s departure is gloriously ASAP!
Featured in Songs:
- “ASAP” by T.I. – Rap about the urgency of taking quick action.
- “Got to hurry (PDQ)” by The Yardbirds – A classic tune emphasizing the speed.
Showcased in Movies:
- “Speed” (1994) – A film where everything happens PDQ!
- “The Fast and the Furious” series – These movies define acting pretty damn quick, obviously.
### Which phrase also means going fast?
- [x] Pronto
- [ ] On cloud muffins
- [ ] Slowpoke express
- [ ] Leisurely glide
> **Explanation:** "Pronto" means quickly or immediately. Speedy gonzales approves!
### What’s an acronym that emphasizes urgency?
- [x] ASAP
- [ ] LOL
- [ ] ROFL
- [ ] OMG
> **Explanation:** ASAP stands for "as soon as possible" and is used to emphasize urgency, perfect for those "don't waste time" moments.
### True or False: "In a jiffy" means the same as "PDQ".
- [x] True
- [ ] False
> **Explanation:** Both "in a jiffy" and "PDQ" indicate something happening very quickly. Time's a wastin'!
### What’s the term for “as fast as possible”?
- [ ] Leisurely stroll
- [ ] Turtle speed
- [x] On the double
- [ ] Snail pace
> **Explanation:** "On the double" means really fast, reminiscent of military briskness.
### Identify the speedy phrase:
- [ ] Saunter on the double
- [x] Make it snappy
- [ ] Take your sweet time
- [ ] Chill on it
> **Explanation:** "Make it snappy" suggests doing something quickly. No time for dilly-dallying.
May your days be as swift as Pegasus on a sugar rush, and your accomplishments arrive PDQ. Dive into life, proceed forward at breakneck speed, and never forget: sometimes the early bird catches the worm, but the quick hawk catches its meal without delay. Farewell, and may all your endeavors be realized… pretty damn quick!
— F. Expressly Quickie
