1
as in accelerating
to cause to move or proceed fast or faster
she eventually quickened her pace so she could keep up with the others
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2
as in stimulating
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
the news that we'd head to Florida for Christmas quickened the children, who instantly began jumping for joy
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as in vitalizing
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as in acceleration
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Recent Examples of quickening
Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
Their pulse is quickening with the potential of what their job could be.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
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In response, Russia pivoted towards eastward to China again, signing the Power of Siberia Pipeline, and then accelerating the development of payment systems like Mir and System for Transfer of Financial Messages (SPFS) to circumvent Western financial systems.—
Earl Carr,
Forbes.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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If the slow-burn romances between Jim and Pam and, eventually, Dwight and Angela gave the original series heart, The Paper establishes several workplace pairings immediately and plainly, accelerating their advancement.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2025
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In this sense, homes offer a more private and personal environment, which can be comfortable and creatively stimulating.—
Megan Williams,
CNN Money,
4 Sep. 2025
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There has been some evidence that stimulating the nervous system in certain ways could make this recovery go faster, and researchers in China wanted to find out if this could be achieved through music.—
Eva Amsen,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Quinn said a whole shift started happening at the company right before COVID-19, and the last five years have seen an acceleration of that strategy.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
4 Sep. 2025
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Even so, the pace to sell-out appears to be continuing a significant acceleration.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Mahomes led the Chiefs in rushing.—
Jesse Newell,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Wiley led the Panthers with 80 yards rushing and a touchdown.—
Jordan Neal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Sep. 2025
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The Shroud of Turin — a 14-foot-long linen cloth bearing an image of a crucified man — has captivated people for centuries, stirring debate over whether the relic once wrapped the body of Jesus Christ.—
Taylor Nicioli,
CNN Money,
4 Sep. 2025
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When the foam subsides, add the onion, thyme, bay leaf, and a pinch of salt and cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are tender, translucent, and deeply golden brown, 8–10 minutes.—
Jeremiah Langhorne,
Saveur,
4 Sep. 2025
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But for now, the star is a huge piece of the Yankees' roster that's pushing for an American League East title and potentially a World Series championship.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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But these adaptations may not be enough, as climate change and prolonged drought are pushing animals’ limits.—
John Leos,
AZCentral.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Carrie Bradshaw, frankly, has always been a mess — a beautiful, cringe-inducing, selfish, couture-wearing mess.—
Lyz Lenz,
Rolling Stone,
16 Aug. 2025
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An inspiring 60-second spot from Pampers features an array of wee tykes, all being comforted or protected by the popular Procter & Gamble diaper.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
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Her character is a peasant who, around the midway mark, gives an inspiring speech to her granddaughter, Afra (Wardi Eilabuni).—
Ritesh Mehta,
IndieWire,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Quickening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quickening. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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