fast-forwards

present tense third-person singular of fast-forward

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for fast-forwards
Verb
  • After menopause, when estrogen levels fall sharply, the breakdown side accelerates and the building side can’t keep up.
    Allison Palmer Updated June 3, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
  • But even as investment accelerates, the assumption that skilled trades are insulated from AI is starting to shift.
    Preston Fore, Fortune, 2 June 2026
Verb
  • As the investigation progresses in this four-part docuseries, Stephen reveals the turbulent family dynamics that shaped his childhood, including his father Ron — a violent Vietnam War vet grappling with PTSD — and his mother, Margie, who divorced Ron in the '90s.
    James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 4 June 2026
  • As the journey progresses, a male driver and his female companion (neither pictured on-screen) begin to discuss the Winkie.
    Jonathan Odden, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Verb
  • Ramsay speeds through many of the action shots to instead focus on Joe’s psyche.
    Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 6 June 2026
  • Adrenaline speeds up peristalsis, the contractions and constrictions of the intestines, while blood is diverted from the digestive system, which can cause nausea.
    Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 3 June 2026
Verb
  • At the same time, there is growing pressure to ensure that all developments align with digital traceability frameworks is becoming increasingly important—particularly as Europe advances toward the implementation of digital product passports.
    Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 3 June 2026
  • Federer advances to the title match against five-time champion Rafael Nadal.
    Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
Verb
  • As classic cars prepare to roll onto the Mother Road and communities across eight states launch centennial celebrations, organizers hope the milestone serves not only as a tribute to history but as a call to preserve what comes next.
    Daily News, Daily News, 9 June 2026
  • The vote comes as communities around the country debate how to handle increasingly large data centers creeping into populated areas.
    Mary Ramsey Updated June 8, Charlotte Observer, 9 June 2026
Verb
  • Once the plane is in position, TaxiBot disconnects and the aircraft proceeds with takeoff as normal.
    David Szondy June 07, New Atlas, 7 June 2026
  • New York Attorney General Letitia James also welcomed the decision, saying her office would continue fighting to protect federal funding while the lawsuit proceeds.
    Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 6 June 2026
Verb
  • And ticket prices on the secondary market, for the worst seats at MSG, were approaching $9,000 apiece on Friday night, with Knicks fans evidently willing to pay tippy-top dollar just to be in the building as the team nears what would be its first championship in 53 years.
    CBS News, CBS News, 6 June 2026
  • Often, that mix becomes more conservative as your child nears college.
    Jessica Dickler,Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 5 June 2026
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“Fast-forwards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fast-forwards. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.

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