Meaning Of The Word At the drop of a hat

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at the drop of a hat
phrase: If you say that you are ready to do something at the drop of a hat, you mean that you are willing to do it immediately, without hesitating.

at the drop of a hat in British English
at the slightest provocation or without delay
immediately; at the slightest provocation
willingly and without hesitation. This expression is often used to suggest that someone does not think carefully enough about their actions.
without hesitation or delay

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