CHOP-CHOP Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

chop-chop

adverb

ˌchäp-ˈchäp

Definition of chop-chop

as in quickly

with great speed I need this project done chop-chop

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Recent Examples of chop-chop Islamists battled for their own theocratic nation, and bands of Christian cultists—whom locals, naming them according to their most notorious act, called chop-chop—severed the heads of those deemed unholy in villages and towns across Mindanao. — Sean Williams, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026 To put the end to these threats the new management made the chop-chop square work double time to demonstrate what will happen to zealots who want the country to stay behind. — Alex Zhavoronkov, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2023

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Both players were able to end points quickly, and Sabalenka also showed off some impressive speed in tracking down drop shots.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 9 Sep. 2026
Consumers across many Asian markets are willing to experiment with new flavors and restaurant concepts, creating opportunities for brands to generate awareness and trial quickly, Tan said.

— Jenny Lee, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of quickly

Adverb

Artificial intelligence has catapulted the chief information security officer out of the server room and into the boardroom, forcing leaders to address a rapidly changing threat landscape while navigating shifting budgets and business needs.

— Samantha Subin, CNBC, 5 Sep. 2026
However, around 2022, Flock rapidly emerged as a dominant player in the local market, advertising systems as smaller, single purchases that could connect into a nationwide network of other cameras — similar to the business model of Ring cameras.

— Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of rapidly

Adverb

Consequently, the ramifications of Japan's policy changes are no longer confined to the yen and domestic markets, but are fast becoming a key variable influencing global interest rates and capital flows.

— , CNBC, 9 Sep. 2026
These new pieces strike other satellites and rockets, generating even more debris faster than atmospheric drag can remove it.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of fast

Adverb

Crimes like car theft, kidnapping and missing person reports have been solved quicker when officers can search the Flock database.

— Irene Wright, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2026
It’s made of quick-drying, moisture-wicking, anti-odor, and UV SPF 40 protection fabric, but still has a dressy look.

— Kaitlin Marks, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of quick

Adverb

The Justice Department last spring subpoenaed witnesses before a Washington grand jury as part of an investigation into Brennan but swiftly withdrew the subpoenas in favor of voluntary interviews.

— Eric Tucker, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Once the race restarted, Gasly tumbled down the order while Red Bull’s Max Verstappen rose to fight Russell for first, with the pair swiftly joined by Antonelli.

— Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of swiftly

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chop-chop

chop (down)

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