as in quickly
with great speed
summer vacation has gone by way too rapidly
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Recent Examples of rapidly
Fueled by technology, our language adapts to new slang trends more rapidly than ever.
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Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 5 Oct. 2025
The news comes roughly three months after KPop Demon Hunters premiered on Netflix, rapidly becoming a pop culture phenomenon.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 5 Oct. 2025
Since the route reaches high elevations, travelers can expect cooler temperatures and rapidly changing weather conditions.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 5 Oct. 2025
Larson said these underestimated groups of experts and newcomers can rapidly adapt to changing conditions, learning from one another’s strategies and growing together.
—Rebecca Ackermann, The Atlantic, 5 Oct. 2025
Other weeds, like clover and ground ivy, grow and spread rapidly in autumn's cool conditions.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2025
China and the United States lead the world in rapidly adding battery storage energy systems.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2025
Hearing so many kind words this rapidly leaves Kalkbrenner grateful.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 4 Oct. 2025
Down ⬇ Kathryn Bigelow Meanwhile, with the Venice heat for A House of Dynamite rapidly cooling in the New York City autumn, Bigelow slides out of the realm of director predictions.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 4 Oct. 2025
Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 5 Oct. 2025
The news comes roughly three months after KPop Demon Hunters premiered on Netflix, rapidly becoming a pop culture phenomenon.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 5 Oct. 2025
Since the route reaches high elevations, travelers can expect cooler temperatures and rapidly changing weather conditions.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 5 Oct. 2025
Larson said these underestimated groups of experts and newcomers can rapidly adapt to changing conditions, learning from one another’s strategies and growing together.
—Rebecca Ackermann, The Atlantic, 5 Oct. 2025
Other weeds, like clover and ground ivy, grow and spread rapidly in autumn's cool conditions.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2025
China and the United States lead the world in rapidly adding battery storage energy systems.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2025
Hearing so many kind words this rapidly leaves Kalkbrenner grateful.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 4 Oct. 2025
Down ⬇ Kathryn Bigelow Meanwhile, with the Venice heat for A House of Dynamite rapidly cooling in the New York City autumn, Bigelow slides out of the realm of director predictions.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 4 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rapidly
Adverb
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The conflict has quickly escalated.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Typically, lawmakers resolve government shutdowns quickly.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
30 Sep. 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,
2 Oct. 2025
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The small leaf pieces will integrate into the turf and break down swiftly.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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However, research shows that deep breathing can help people fall asleep faster by calming the nervous system and slowing their heart rate.—
Carley Millhone,
Health,
2 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Stock up Easton Cowan Amongst the entire Leafs team, Cowan’s stock has risen quicker than any other player from the start of training camp.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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Police said a quick-thinking witness closed and locked the door of the synagogue and called the police, preventing the attacker from entering and killing a larger number of people.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
2 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Democrats are dug in on extending Obamacare subsidies expiring soon, citing Americans' rising health care costs.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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With no agreement in place, the government will soon begin the arduous process of winding down operations, sending furlough notices, and notifying contractors.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Rapidly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rapidly. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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