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as in increasing
to become greater in size, extent, volume, amount, or number
toy purchases accelerate dramatically during the Christmas season
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as in rushing
to cause to move or proceed fast or faster
we accelerated preparations for the hurricane upon hearing weather reports that it had gained speed
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as in expanding
to make greater in size, amount, or number
the company accelerated its advertising purchases even as the economy appeared to be in recession
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Recent Examples of accelerating
Multiple sub-Saharan African countries had seen credit-rating upgrades in recent months thanks to improving fiscal situations, falling global interest rates, and accelerating economic growth.
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Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 5 Mar. 2026
Destroying Iran’s missile threat Israeli intelligence assessments before the operation indicated Iran was accelerating its ballistic missile production with plans to reach 8,000 missiles by 2027.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 5 Mar. 2026
That transformation may prove especially important at a time of accelerating species loss on Earth.
—IEEE Spectrum, 5 Mar. 2026
Farmland issues speed up bird declines The scientists found statistical correlations between accelerating decline and high fertilizer and pesticide use and the amount of cropland, Leroy said.
—Seth Borenstein, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2026
And with access to a larger balance sheet, SAFE will have more lending options and will be better equipped for the accelerating technological changes in the industry, in areas like fraud protection and customer-facing banking software.
—Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
At the same time, Alphabet’s transformation into an artificial intelligence-first, infrastructure and services platform is accelerating.
—Tony Zhang, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
As a result, forward profit margin expectations are actively accelerating for companies successfully utilizing AI.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
Perry began to speed off, accelerating even as Figueroa clutched at the vehicle.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 5 Mar. 2026
Destroying Iran’s missile threat Israeli intelligence assessments before the operation indicated Iran was accelerating its ballistic missile production with plans to reach 8,000 missiles by 2027.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 5 Mar. 2026
That transformation may prove especially important at a time of accelerating species loss on Earth.
—IEEE Spectrum, 5 Mar. 2026
Farmland issues speed up bird declines The scientists found statistical correlations between accelerating decline and high fertilizer and pesticide use and the amount of cropland, Leroy said.
—Seth Borenstein, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2026
And with access to a larger balance sheet, SAFE will have more lending options and will be better equipped for the accelerating technological changes in the industry, in areas like fraud protection and customer-facing banking software.
—Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
At the same time, Alphabet’s transformation into an artificial intelligence-first, infrastructure and services platform is accelerating.
—Tony Zhang, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
As a result, forward profit margin expectations are actively accelerating for companies successfully utilizing AI.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
Perry began to speed off, accelerating even as Figueroa clutched at the vehicle.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accelerating
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The series became a bestselling book, increasing Anderson’s profile as an incisive commentator with biting wit but very little malice.—
Jessica Lipsky,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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With tax incentives reduced and competition increasing, analysts expect EV sales growth in China to slow.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Mar. 2026
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Within newsrooms themselves, media companies are rushing to adopt tools many of their employees are wary of using.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
4 Mar. 2026
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Love commanded attention — and the football — in 2025, rushing for 1,372 yards and 18 touchdowns on 199 carries and also catching 27 passes for 280 yards and three scores.—
Colleen Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2026
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After observing Choe Hyon's sea trials on Tuesday, Kim said the ship met operational requirements and called it a symbol of the country's expanding naval capabilities.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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Ukrainian manufacturers have developed low-cost interceptor drones specifically designed to hunt and destroy Shaheds, and its rapidly expanding drone industry is producing excess capacity.—
Illia Novikov,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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In many of the world’s most intriguing superconducting materials, superconductivity appears only within a curved region of a phase diagram, rising to a peak before fading again.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Mar. 2026
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Over the past four years, the number of New Zealanders aged 30-50 emigrating has more than doubled – from 18,000 to 43,000 – fueled by rising living costs and a weakening job market, demographers told CNN.—
Laura Sharman,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
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Is there a path for states to keep pushing for a Live Nation breakup?—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Some lawmakers are pushing back.—
Andrew Graham
March 9,
Sacbee.com,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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An expert shares the simple design tweaks that can transform your home office into a focused, productivity-boosting space.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Mar. 2026
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Eating eggs daily can support your health by providing essential nutrients, boosting immunity, and promoting fullness.—
Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
4 Mar. 2026
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The hallmark symptom of mumps is swelling of one or both parotid glands, which can cause puffy cheeks and tenderness along the jaw.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
5 Mar. 2026
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Symptoms include swelling, itching, or irritation of the mouth or throat; hives or an itchy rash; nasal congestion; headache; trouble breathing; cramps, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea; and, in severe cases, anaphylaxis.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
4 Mar. 2026
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More importantly, the romance of the blockade seems to have darkened the German public’s opinion of the coal industry, hastening the nation’s green transition.—
Robert Moor,
New Yorker,
2 Mar. 2026
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There were also suggestions that players not in Pereira’s first-choice XI felt detached from the first team, hastening the rise of discontent.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Accelerating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accelerating. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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