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Movement & Speed

さささっと

sasasatto

Swift, stealthy movement

Quick, quiet, efficient movement that aims not to be noticed. Moving with practiced speed and minimal fuss.

💡Used for cleaning up quickly, a ninja disappearing, or someone deftly completing a task.

Example

お客さんが来る前にさささっと部屋を片付けた。

I swiftly tidied up the room before the guests arrived.

Quiz yourself

The waiter ___ cleared the table between courses.

ウェイターがコースの間に___とテーブルを片付けた。

swiftstealthyquickefficientquiet
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