1
as in hurriedly
with excessive or careless speed
the hastily put together report contained a lot of errors
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2
as in quickly
with great speed
the congresswoman hastily made her way towards the waiting elevator
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Recent Examples of hastily
But the retaking plans had been hastily assembled, and turned out to be very lethal.
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Michael Collins, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
Given Nacua’s physical style of play, McVay acknowledged that the Rams will be careful not to bring back their leading receiver too hastily.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 13 Oct. 2025
Slapstick comedy ensues as Jeffrey hastily makes an escape.
—Eric Andersson, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
Though Disney initially stayed on the sidelines as sportsbooks and broadcasters hastily paired up, PointsBet locked in NBC, William Hill walled off CBS, the Stars Group partnered with Fox and Penn National experimented with Barstool.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 29 Sep. 2025
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Michael Collins, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
Given Nacua’s physical style of play, McVay acknowledged that the Rams will be careful not to bring back their leading receiver too hastily.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 13 Oct. 2025
Slapstick comedy ensues as Jeffrey hastily makes an escape.
—Eric Andersson, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
Though Disney initially stayed on the sidelines as sportsbooks and broadcasters hastily paired up, PointsBet locked in NBC, William Hill walled off CBS, the Stars Group partnered with Fox and Penn National experimented with Barstool.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 29 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hastily
Adverb
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But as rumors swirled that the gang was on its way to launch another assault, merchants in the market could be seen hurriedly packing their goods.—
Ychmuth Corneille,
Miami Herald,
21 Sep. 2025
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Book influencers and everyday readers lined up hurriedly to take photos with Aster and get their manuscripts signed.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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That more than compensated for the absence of Dixon-Waters, who was SDSU’s leading scorer in both preseason exhibitions (19 and 17 points) after missing all of last season with a fractured bone in his foot that refused to heal quickly.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
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The actual bracket will be created on December 7 and if this sport has taught us anything this season, things escalate quickly.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
5 Nov. 2025
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Using this, the team, after exposing and developing a wafer, rapidly froze the developer to 32°F (–175°C), stopping everything in place.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Nov. 2025
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With nothing but West Ham’s rapidly retreating defence in front of him, and an instant four-on-four, Guimaraes drove forward before picking out Murphy to his right, in a position to isolate left-back El Hadji Malick Diouf with a one-vs-one.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
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Even 6 inches of swiftly moving water can forcefully knock you off your feet.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Oct. 2025
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All efforts should be made to restore power and water supply as swiftly as possible wherever it's been disrupted.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
30 Oct. 2025
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Quince Flowknit Mid-Rise Jogger The Quince pants are crafted from a blend of recycled polyester and spandex, which is quick-drying, moisture-wicking, and stretchy for ultimate comfort while traveling.—
Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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Logistically, digital media offers lower distribution costs, quicker showing turnarounds and easier technology to use.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
29 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Cozy Earth Soft Woven Long Sleeve Pajama Set Loungewear, bedding, and more are up to 50 percent off during Cozy Earth’s Last Chance Sale, but popular picks are selling out fast.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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The Blue Jays got the scoring started early and fast after outfielder Davis Schneider took Dodgers starter Blake Snell deep in the first inning.—
Jacob Lev,
CNN Money,
30 Oct. 2025
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The entry of the American brand helped spur the rise of a thriving coffee culture among the burgeoning middle class of a country that traditionally drank tea, and Starbucks soon became a symbol of Western influence in a more affluent China.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
5 Nov. 2025
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San Diego County’s social services could soon be expanding into a new frontier — primary care.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
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The end result promptly went viral on TikTok, with thousands of people commenting on videos showing the cast’s bows on Saturday at the Savoy Theatre in London.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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Impaired, intoxicated or underage guests will be promptly and safely addressed.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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“Hastily.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hastily. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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