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[ adjective ] characterized by speed; moving with or capable of moving with high speed

Synonyms

rapid

Examples

"a rapid movement" "a speedy car" "a speedy errand boy"

Used in print

(The Dallas Morning News,...)

The Texans made themselves a comforting break on the opening kickoff when Denver 's Al_Carmichael was jarred loose from the ball when Dave_Grayson , the speedy halfback , hit him and Guard Al_Reynolds claimed it for Dallas .

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2
[ adjective ] accomplished rapidly and without delay

Synonyms

quick

Examples

"was quick to make friends" "his quick reaction prevented an accident" "hoped for a speedy resolution of the problem" "a speedy recovery" "he has a right to a speedy trial"

Used in print

(E. Lucas Myers, "The Vindication of Dr. Nestor,"...)

Alex told her that there was no hurry for their breakfasts , trying at_the_same_time to effect a speedy separation of the persons before and behind him .

Related terms

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