At the drop of a hat

Meaning: immediately, instantly, on the slightest signal or urging, immediately without stopping to think about it, easily, with little encouragement

Example: People will file lawsuits at the drop of a hat these days. Those workmen look for any reason to stop working. They’ll put down their tools at the drop of a hat.

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