(as|) quick as a dog can lick a dish
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used to refer to the act of doing something as fast as one can
The origin of the idiom "quick as a dog can lick a dish" is not precisely known, but it likely emerged from observations of dogs' behavior while eating. This phrase is used to describe something that happens very rapidly or at an astonishing speed. It emphasizes the idea of swift action or completion.
- He made his decision quick as a dog can lick a dish, without taking the time to consider the consequences.
- She finished the puzzle as quick as a dog can lick a dish, surprising her friends with her speed.