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“It’s been a minute” is another way of saying you haven’t seen someone or done something in several weeks, months, or years. Oftentimes, it’s used when you run into an old friend or acquaintance unexpectedly, but it can also be used to describe an activity or experience you haven’t tried in a while. In this article, we’ll teach you everything you need to know about the phrase “It’s been a minute,” including its usage, responses, and origins.
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- “It’s been a minute” means you haven't seen someone or done something in a long time.
- Say “It’s been a minute” if you bump into someone in public, if they text you out of the blue, or if you haven't done an activity in a while.
- "It’s been a hot minute" is another way of saying “It’s been a really long time.”
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