fast-forwards

Definition of fast-forwardsnext
present tense third-person singular of fast-forward

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for fast-forwards
Verb
  • For professionals who regularly build client decks, sales presentations, or classroom materials, PowerPresent reduces formatting time and accelerates slide production without requiring advanced design skills.
    StackCommerce Team, PC Magazine, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Trying to keep it in situ is your first port of call, making sure to wear a broad spectrum, high factor SPF every day–UV exposure accelerates collagen loss and can also exacerbate uneven texture more generally.
    Hannah Coates, Vogue, 9 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • In other words, in this context, looking ahead in the game, anticipating problems, coming up with solutions in the moment, and adopting new strategies as the game progresses.
    Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 12 Mar. 2026
  • In terms of lensing, Caswill and Ives soften the imagery as the film progresses in order to reflect the growing bond between the two lovers.
    Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 12 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Just as an ice skater at the Winter Olympics draws in their arms to increase their spin speed, the rapid decrease in diameter of a neutron star speeds up its rotation.
    Robert Lea, Space.com, 12 Mar. 2026
  • This prevents smells, reduces the risk of pests, and speeds up breakdown when burying the peels.
    Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 7 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • After Italy’s victory, the result of a later WBC game between Italy and the Mexico national baseball team could affect whether the United States advances or faces possible elimination from the tournament.
    Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2026
  • Rocky Mountain Momo advances with 55% of 260 votes.
    Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 11 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Our March madness this year comes with a record-breaking Colorado heat wave that will send top temperatures near and above 80 degrees by the middle of the week.
    Dave Aguilera, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
  • The surge comes during spring break and as the South by Southwest Conference and Festival, which kicked off last Thursday, nears its end.
    Alex Driggars, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The preliminary injunction will remain in effect while the lawsuit proceeds.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 11 Mar. 2026
  • On Tuesday, Douglas County District Judge James McCabria declined to grant a temporary restraining order against the law while the case proceeds.
    Jo Yurcaba, NBC news, 11 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The move and the consolidation of Leo’s team, suggests a new chapter is opening as his pontificate nears the one-year mark.
    Nicole Winfield, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026
  • When a typical comet nears the sun, ice inside the space rock turns to gas, leaving a trail of gases such as carbon monoxide, methane and ammonia in its wake—and sometimes a little methanol.
    Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 12 Mar. 2026
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“Fast-forwards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fast-forwards. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.

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