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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
That means it could get certified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) as an ultralight aircraft by the end of this year, thereby accelerating Volocopter’s long-running efforts to get the VoloCity air taxi to market.
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026
This is a quickly accelerating idea not beloved by tech companies.
—Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
While this may end up accelerating the long-term transition toward renewable energy in some markets, Latin America’s oil and gas expansion is gathering steam.
—Juan Pablo Spinetto, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
The team has scaled from 18 to 100 in just three years, and in 2026, the company is doubling down on talent, accelerating hiring to support the next phase of expansion.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
Though winter 2026 in Michigan was colder than the 1991-2020 average, the Gulf of Mexico, where the moisture originated, was warmer than average, accelerating the snowmelt.
—The Conversation, 22 Apr. 2026
When officers approached, the driver tried to flee, first backing into a police vehicle, then accelerating and striking Hennessey, Myrsiades said.
—Madeleine Wright, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
As for Dover, the company expects a year of accelerating growth, according to recent commentary from CEO Richard Tobin.
—Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2026
The story is one of an accelerating collapse.
—Steve H. Hanke, Fortune, 16 Apr. 2026
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026
This is a quickly accelerating idea not beloved by tech companies.
—Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
While this may end up accelerating the long-term transition toward renewable energy in some markets, Latin America’s oil and gas expansion is gathering steam.
—Juan Pablo Spinetto, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
The team has scaled from 18 to 100 in just three years, and in 2026, the company is doubling down on talent, accelerating hiring to support the next phase of expansion.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
Though winter 2026 in Michigan was colder than the 1991-2020 average, the Gulf of Mexico, where the moisture originated, was warmer than average, accelerating the snowmelt.
—The Conversation, 22 Apr. 2026
When officers approached, the driver tried to flee, first backing into a police vehicle, then accelerating and striking Hennessey, Myrsiades said.
—Madeleine Wright, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
As for Dover, the company expects a year of accelerating growth, according to recent commentary from CEO Richard Tobin.
—Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2026
The story is one of an accelerating collapse.
—Steve H. Hanke, Fortune, 16 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accelerating
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Adrian Meyer, Christie’s global head of private sales, outlined one idea for the increasing popularity of the sales channel.—
George Nelson,
ARTnews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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Highlighting the industry’s growing needs, demand for highly functional textile solutions is increasing across sectors, driven by rising investment in security, defense and disaster response.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
23 Apr. 2026
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His friends can be seen rushing to him and carrying his body away.—
Zeena Saifi,
CNN Money,
22 Apr. 2026
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And after spending all that money on Jaelan Phillips and picking two edge rushers in their first three picks in 2025, choosing another pass-rushing linebacker like Mesidor in the first round doesn’t make sense to me.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Apr. 2026
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From global dishes to comfort food classics, many supermarkets now offer — and are expanding — buffet-style prepared foods that rival takeout in both variety and convenience.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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While the business itself operates within the expanding private credit market, an asset class that has drawn significant institutional capital in recent years, the partnership behind it remains its most distinctive feature.—
NIa Bowers,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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But there are concerns about rising ticket prices and soaring production budgets, fueled by higher costs for labor, materials and energy.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 Apr. 2026
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The group announced the new mutual aid market on social media, citing community concerns over rising costs as the motivation behind the move.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Somebody who is just living greatness and never rests on that laurel but is always pushing herself to expand as an artist.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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But for Ternus, perhaps the most critical aspect of his new job will be pushing the company deeper into AI, where it's lagged many of its megacap peers.—
Jennifer Elias,
CNBC,
21 Apr. 2026
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These talks are an initiative proposed by Chinese President Xi Jinping during his state visit in April last year, aimed at boosting relations and the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two nations.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
22 Apr. 2026
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David Paul Morris | Bloomberg | Getty Images Mortgage rates dropped for the third straight week, boosting demand from both homeowners and homebuyers.—
Diana Olick,
CNBC,
22 Apr. 2026
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In addition to strong margins, sales, and earnings, GE Vernova delivered robust $13 billion in order growth, swelling its backlog to $163 billion.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
22 Apr. 2026
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There had been some swelling in the final stages of her pregnancy, but her doctors weren't concerned.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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But hastening the need for an edge rusher are Bryce Huff’s abrupt retirement last month, Keion White’s ankle recovery from a gunshot wound, and last season’s NFL-low total of 20 sacks.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2026
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Experts say noise pollution can interfere with animal breeding cycles and rearing and is even hastening the extinction of some species.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Accelerating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accelerating. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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