as in rapidly
with great speed
quickly moved to block the goal
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Recent Examples of quickly
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.
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Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Nov. 2025
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
However, the tale of a grieving husband and father quickly unraveled as Murdaugh’s laundry list of financial crimes – and elaborate cover-up schemes – against his legal clients came to light.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Trump quickly pulled out of the Paris Climate Accords, the World Health Organization, and the UN Human Rights Council, underscoring his commitment to isolationism.
—Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025
But lawmakers in Washington have always managed to reach a resolution more quickly in the past.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 5 Nov. 2025
Brockman’s intense work ethic quickly became legend.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
The Fitzgerald's final moments shrouded in mystery, Lightfoot's mournful song, the number of lives lost, and the size of the ship alone led her to quickly become the most famous shipwreck in Michigan.
—Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Reddit Reactions The online community quickly responded to Reeves’s post.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Nov. 2025
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
However, the tale of a grieving husband and father quickly unraveled as Murdaugh’s laundry list of financial crimes – and elaborate cover-up schemes – against his legal clients came to light.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Trump quickly pulled out of the Paris Climate Accords, the World Health Organization, and the UN Human Rights Council, underscoring his commitment to isolationism.
—Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025
But lawmakers in Washington have always managed to reach a resolution more quickly in the past.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 5 Nov. 2025
Brockman’s intense work ethic quickly became legend.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
The Fitzgerald's final moments shrouded in mystery, Lightfoot's mournful song, the number of lives lost, and the size of the ship alone led her to quickly become the most famous shipwreck in Michigan.
—Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Reddit Reactions The online community quickly responded to Reeves’s post.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quickly
Adverb
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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
Adverb
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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
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
Adverb
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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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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
Adverb
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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
Adverb
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The magnitude of the attack and the extent of its damage was not immediately known.—
Laura Sharman,
CNN Money,
26 Oct. 2025
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The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
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“Quickly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quickly. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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