Meaning of the word "on a dime" in English

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on a dime

US /ɑn ə daɪm/
UK /ɑn ə daɪm/
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Idiom

1.

very quickly; in a very small space

Example:
The sports car can turn on a dime.
The dancer changed direction on a dime, impressing the audience.
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