Etymology

fast times

Today it means: A period of time characterized by quickly-paced activity, especially involving extravagant or risky conduct, sexual behavior, or other exciting events. Full definition →

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The story

Popularized by its usage in the title of the novel Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1981) and the film (1982) of the same name.

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