fast-action

fast-action

adj
1. taking effect quickly
2. (Film) having a fast-moving plot and usually containing scenes of violence
3. (Theatre) having a fast-moving plot and usually containing scenes of violence
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We do this whilst ensuring efficient operations through the fast-action automatic door systems.
Comprising a large inflatable paddling pool, fast-action pump, parasol, and electric cooling fan, Lidl is the heatwave hero this weekend.
This workshop has also focused on fast-action cost reduction roadmaps.
INGREDIENTS: 500g strong white bread flour 7g sachet/11/2 tsp fast-action yeast 1 tsp salt 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp clear honey 2 garlic cloves, crushed 25g soft butter 100g mature cheddar, grated Handful of thyme leaves METHOD MEASURE the our, yeast and salt into a large bowl.
The 12th FINA World Swimming Championships will bring together the world's best swimmers at Hamad Aquatic Centre from December 3-7, 2014, with morning heats starting at 9:30am and the fast-action finals taking place at 6pm.
INGREDIENTS: 450g (14 1/2oz) strong white bread flour 1 pinch salt 7g (1/4oz) fast-action dried yeast 1tsp honey 1 pinch cayenne pepper 2tsp mustard powder 285ml (9fl oz) water, warm 115g (4oz) cheddar, grated 45g (1 1/2oz) Parmesan, grated To decorate 1 egg, beaten 20g (3/4oz) raisins 2 tbsp poppy seeds METHOD: Preheat the oven to gas 6, 200degC, fan 180degC.
MARGARITA RINGS INGREDIENTS (Makes 12) 225ml/8fl oz milk 50g/2oz butter, diced 2 eggs, lightly beaten 500g/1lb 2oz strong white bread flour, plus extra for dusting 50g/2oz caster sugar 1 x 7g sachet dried fast-action yeast Zest 2 limes 2 red chillies, chopped For the topping 200g/9oz icing sugar 4-6 tablespoons tequila Squeeze lime juice To finish 1 tsp dried chilli flakes 1/2 tsp sea salt METHOD Like a margarita sipped in the Mexican sun - only these are warm and doughy.
A fast-action trigger system is now standard on all 9C1 Gen 2 models (except those sold in California and Massachusetts, which will keep the original DAO trigger).
* Backcast C shows the approximate flex of a fast-action rod.
The new 9C2 LE Compact pistol is a 9mm featuring a tactical matte finish, fast-action trigger and magazine-free release.
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