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fast worker

noun

, Informal.
  1. a person who is quick and shrewd in gaining personal advantage:

    A fast worker, he soon knew everyone who had any pull.

  2. a person who easily charms or fast-talks potential romantic partners.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of fast worker1

First recorded in 1920–25
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Example Sentences

Petzold is a fast worker and within minutes of the movie opening, you know that Leon is a pill but also a bit ridiculous.

Burger went up behind the sailor and said to Dasch, "You're certainly a fast worker."

Zlotowski is a fast worker, and by the time the opening credits are over, Rachel and Ali are already side by side in this subtle, surprisingly deeply felt drama.

“I’m a very fast worker,” said Ammons, Clemson’s sophomore closer.

“I’m a very fast worker,” said Ammons, Clemson’s sophomore closer.

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