as in accelerating
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-tracking
In the meantime, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is fast-tracking pipeline projects to the extent its staff is able.
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Jordan Blum, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026
Critics on both sides of the aisle have warned that fast-tracking federal permitting for the data centers without regulation could put a strain on the country’s power grid.
—Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 29 Mar. 2026
Our administration has taken decisive action by securing federal emergency funding, fast-tracking environmental reviews, mobilizing design-build partnerships and continuing close cooperation with the federal administration to accelerate reconstruction.
—Wes Moore, Baltimore Sun, 26 Mar. 2026
For more than a year, Ukraine has been fast-tracking development of interceptor drones and has been using them in combat scenarios to down Iranian-style drones, which Russia has used in large numbers to wreak havoc on Ukrainian cities and the country's energy infrastructure.
—Tom Soufi Burridge, ABC News, 5 Mar. 2026
State lawmakers now are fast-tracking a $32-million appropriation needed to solicit bids for vendors to start upgrading technology platforms and improving a chatbot for Medicaid participants.
—David A. Lieb, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026
Some of the biggest changes include shortening the time projects are open for public comment, fast-tracking projects, and removing the requirement to announce when the federal government plans to start an environmental assessment.
—Christine Peterson, Outdoor Life, 25 Feb. 2026
There's a new initiative at Saint Vincent College that looks to combat the nationwide teacher shortage by fast-tracking students who wish to become educators.
—Christopher Derose, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026
Ryan Wrasse, a spokesperson for Senate Majority Leader John Thune, confirmed congressional leaders were gauging support early Thursday evening for fast-tracking the agreement through the Senate.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 29 Jan. 2026
Jordan Blum, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026
Critics on both sides of the aisle have warned that fast-tracking federal permitting for the data centers without regulation could put a strain on the country’s power grid.
—Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 29 Mar. 2026
Our administration has taken decisive action by securing federal emergency funding, fast-tracking environmental reviews, mobilizing design-build partnerships and continuing close cooperation with the federal administration to accelerate reconstruction.
—Wes Moore, Baltimore Sun, 26 Mar. 2026
For more than a year, Ukraine has been fast-tracking development of interceptor drones and has been using them in combat scenarios to down Iranian-style drones, which Russia has used in large numbers to wreak havoc on Ukrainian cities and the country's energy infrastructure.
—Tom Soufi Burridge, ABC News, 5 Mar. 2026
State lawmakers now are fast-tracking a $32-million appropriation needed to solicit bids for vendors to start upgrading technology platforms and improving a chatbot for Medicaid participants.
—David A. Lieb, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026
Some of the biggest changes include shortening the time projects are open for public comment, fast-tracking projects, and removing the requirement to announce when the federal government plans to start an environmental assessment.
—Christine Peterson, Outdoor Life, 25 Feb. 2026
There's a new initiative at Saint Vincent College that looks to combat the nationwide teacher shortage by fast-tracking students who wish to become educators.
—Christopher Derose, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026
Ryan Wrasse, a spokesperson for Senate Majority Leader John Thune, confirmed congressional leaders were gauging support early Thursday evening for fast-tracking the agreement through the Senate.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fast-tracking
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This week, industry executives told me that generative AI adoption is accelerating as producers seek to meet rising content demand in the country’s $32 billion media and entertainment sector while navigating tighter budgets.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
11 June 2026
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She and her non-English-speaking immigrant parents were impressed by a staff intent on accelerating learning and a safe, welcoming campus.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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There was a flurry of excitement; groups of people carrying bottles of sparkling wine were rushing down to the sea.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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Throw in the signing of dual threat quarterback Malik Willis with the drafting of mauling offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor as well as Will Kacmarek, arguably the best blocking tight end of the 2026 class, and all signs point to the Dolphins having an elite rushing attack for quite some time.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
10 June 2026
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Trump is pushing France to nix a 3% tech levy on revenue from large digital services that has been in place since 2019.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
15 June 2026
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If their next outing doesn’t keep carefully evolving, they can get branded a one-trick pony, but pushing the envelope too far can alienate day-one fans.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
15 June 2026
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“Fast-tracking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fast-tracking. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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