quick time

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quick time

A soldier marches at quick time on the parade ground.

Definition

Noun: 1. A standard marching pace: A specific, regulated speed for marching, traditionally set at 120 steps per minute.

Usage

"Quick time" is a military term used as a command or to describe the standard marching speed. It is typically used in formal or instructional contexts related to drill and ceremony. * The sergeant major ordered the platoon to advance at quick time. * The regulation pace for quick time is 120 steps per minute.

Advanced Usage
  • At quick time: Marching at this specific pace.
    • The soldiers moved across the parade ground at quick time.
  • Quick time, march!: A standard drill command to begin marching at this pace.
Variants and Related Words
  • Double time: A faster marching pace, typically 180 steps per minute.
  • Half step: A slower marching pace.
  • Cadence: The rhythmic sequence or pace of steps, often called out during a march.
Synonyms
  • Marching pace
  • Standard pace
Related Phrases
  • In step: Marching in unison with others.
  • Out of step: Not marching in unison with others.
quick time

A soldier marches at quick time on the parade ground.

Noun
  1. a normal marching pace of 120 steps per minute