as in to accelerate
to cause to move or proceed fast or faster
we're going to fast-track this project so that the product is in the stores for the holiday shopping season
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Recent Examples of fast-track
The coalition was formed in April 2021 as a way to fast-track a green application of blockchain technology to fashion.
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Alison S. Cohn, Harper's BAZAAR, 16 Mar. 2023
The Oregon House passed a landmark package of housing legislation Wednesday that will pour $200 million into affordable housing and homelessness prevention while pushing to fast-track the construction of new homes.
—oregonlive, 15 Mar. 2023
But his office started a program to fast-track about 100 stagnant cases by bringing in lawyers to meet with defendants as advice council, review their cases and potentially work out a plea agreement.
—Hannah Ray Lambert, Fox News, 15 Mar. 2023
Microsoft proposed a monitoring trustee, an objective third-party assessor, and a fast-track dispute-resolution mechanism to help enforce those promises.
—Kyle Orland, Ars Technica, 13 Mar. 2023
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Alison S. Cohn, Harper's BAZAAR, 16 Mar. 2023
The Oregon House passed a landmark package of housing legislation Wednesday that will pour $200 million into affordable housing and homelessness prevention while pushing to fast-track the construction of new homes.
—oregonlive, 15 Mar. 2023
But his office started a program to fast-track about 100 stagnant cases by bringing in lawyers to meet with defendants as advice council, review their cases and potentially work out a plea agreement.
—Hannah Ray Lambert, Fox News, 15 Mar. 2023
Microsoft proposed a monitoring trustee, an objective third-party assessor, and a fast-track dispute-resolution mechanism to help enforce those promises.
—Kyle Orland, Ars Technica, 13 Mar. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fast-track
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This can accelerate aging and increase the risk for diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and some cancers.—
Essence,
Essence,
26 June 2025
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India’s space ambitions have accelerated under Modi, who was elected to a third term last June and has tried to assert India’s place on the global stage.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
26 June 2025
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Pablo the Newfoundland gets dried off after a bath, minutes before he's rushed to the vet.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 June 2025
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Before the doctor could see her, she was rushed to the emergency room.—
Danielle Battaglia,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2025
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Video footage from the incident showed Padilla pushed to the ground and handcuffed outside the door while attempting to speak to Noem during the conference.—
Anna Commander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 June 2025
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The track marks a stylistic shift, showcasing Jaydon’s ability to push the tempo without losing his soulful edge.—
Carl Lamarre,
Billboard,
20 June 2025
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“Fast-track.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fast-track. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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