as in rate
an increasing in speed or rate of occurrence
Experts predict a steady acceleration in economic growth over the next two years.
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Recent Examples of acceleration
Gates has increased the pace of his giving in recent years, especially following the pandemic, but Thursday’s announcement marks a dramatic acceleration in the mobilization of his wealth.
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Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 8 May 2025
This acceleration in product development is redefining what’s possible.
—Mofe Blessing-Kayode, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025
The watch also needed to be able to withstand temperatures ranging from 0 to 200 degrees Fahrenheit, as well as up to 12 Gs of acceleration.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Apr. 2025
Long regarded as the frontier of biological science, regenerative therapies such as stem cell treatments, amniotic tissue applications, and advanced biologics are now experiencing a pivotal acceleration thanks to AI's analytical and educational capabilities.
—Sol Rashidi, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for acceleration
Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 8 May 2025
This acceleration in product development is redefining what’s possible.
—Mofe Blessing-Kayode, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025
The watch also needed to be able to withstand temperatures ranging from 0 to 200 degrees Fahrenheit, as well as up to 12 Gs of acceleration.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Apr. 2025
Long regarded as the frontier of biological science, regenerative therapies such as stem cell treatments, amniotic tissue applications, and advanced biologics are now experiencing a pivotal acceleration thanks to AI's analytical and educational capabilities.
—Sol Rashidi, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acceleration
Noun
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Low interest rates are unlikely to return anytime soon.—
Azeem Khan,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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According to Forbes, flight searches to Rome from the U.S. have surged by 345%, with the rate even higher from Mexico, with flight searches up by 1000% between May 5 and 14.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
3 May 2025
Noun
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And judges have been issuing injunctions at a pace to surpass that as the courts deal with the more than 200 lawsuits that have been filed against the administration.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
12 May 2025
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Saturday’s 0-0 draw fell into the latter category as he was starved of space by Southampton’s ultra-low block, but the real issue was the absence of pace and directness that saw City fall into the laboured style of a few months ago.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
11 May 2025
Noun
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While Golden is just 5-foot-11, 191 pounds, speed certainly kills.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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According to satellite expert Marco Langbroek, the impact speed of the probe, which measures about 3.2 feet across, might be around 150 miles per hour.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
3 May 2025
Noun
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The Dodgers deal did not include the option to refuse a minor-league assignment; the 26-year-old was sent down to the minors shortly before Opening Day as the Dodgers took him through a complete swing overhaul to adjust to the advanced velocities stateside.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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None of Arizona’s three hits against Stanek on Wednesday had an exit velocity above 85.3 mph.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2025
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“Acceleration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acceleration. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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