Random Q about the english language

[dmlpacker]

When people say "Z did something X times in as many minutes" what exactly does that mean? I get that it emphasizes how much an action was repeated. But the "in as many minutes" part always confuses me. Is this supposed to be equivalent to "Z did this X times in X minutes?"

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[mechante_fille]

Yup, that is it exactly. ^_^

So, what's our pal Z been up to, anyway? Inquiring minds want to know. :D

[dmlpacker]

*blushes* Y has been reading (fantastic) fanfics about Z. In fact, here's the line:

Z and B are having an awkward date:

Porn?" said Z, for the third time in as many minutes. "You brought over porn?"

LOL
(I haven't used so many single, capitalized letters since Calc class)