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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a sec" is correct and usable in written English, particularly in informal contexts.
It is typically used as a shorthand way to refer to "a second," often when asking someone to wait briefly.
Example: "Can you hold on for a sec while I grab my keys?"
Alternatives: "a moment" or "a minute".
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Just a sec.
But hold on a sec.
Do you have a sec?
Wait a sec – back up.
But hang on a sec.
See you in a sec.
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MsrB1 is a Sec-containing protein.
Barack: Sorry, put the phone down for a sec.
Specifically, Part A., Sec.
I'll let your imagination wander on that for a sec….
"Now wait a sec...".
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com