swiftly

adverb

swift·​ly ˈswif(t)-lē How to pronounce swiftly (audio)
Synonyms of swiftlynext
: in a swift manner : with speed : quickly

Examples of swiftly in a Sentence

swiftly established himself as a star in Hollywood
Recent Examples on the Web
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Even minor parks or embers might be carried into leaves or grass, kindling a fire that can swiftly expand. Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2026 When Industry premiered during the thick of the pandemic, in November 2020, critics swiftly jumped on board — but audiences were slower to find the thrilling drama, which centers on ambitious young graduates navigating their new life in a cutthroat London investment bank. David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 19 June 2026 Some of the biggest tours of 2026 swiftly sold out well in advance, including those by Harry Styles, Rush and Olivia Rodrigo (none of which include dates here). George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 June 2026 Even 6 inches of swiftly moving water can forcefully knock you off your feet. Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for swiftly

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of swiftly was before the 12th century

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“Swiftly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swiftly. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.

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