as in quick
moving, proceeding, or acting with great speed
the rapid descent of the roller coaster made me feel very queasy
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as in velocity
a high rate of movement or performance
the rapidness of the response to a call for assistance is critical in saving the victim of a heart attack
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Recent Examples of rapid
Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 20 June 2025
The idea went from concept to reality in rapid order.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 20 June 2025
The report found that the cladding did not meet fire safety regulations and was the primary reason for the rapid spread of the fire.
—Time, 20 June 2025
Since Trump’s inauguration, Dolores Mission has hosted training for the rapid response networks that have alerted people about immigration raids.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2025
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Adjective
For years, he’s been broadening his Bay Area restaurant empire at a rapid clip.
—Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 20 June 2025
The idea went from concept to reality in rapid order.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 20 June 2025
The report found that the cladding did not meet fire safety regulations and was the primary reason for the rapid spread of the fire.
—Time, 20 June 2025
Since Trump’s inauguration, Dolores Mission has hosted training for the rapid response networks that have alerted people about immigration raids.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rapid
Adjective
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The app features guest mode sessions that disappear after use as well as a hidden exit button for quick redirection if an abuser walks into the room.—
Anisha Sircar,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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Your tongue may be quick to lash out under the Leo moon.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
27 June 2025
Noun
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Only five pitchers have higher average fastball velocity, and all of them are short relievers.—
Daniel R. Epstein,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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The lefty has a 4.48 ERA for his career and this season has demonstrated improved fastball velocity.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
20 June 2025
Adjective
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The finish is brisk with balanced acidity and a soft texture.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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Examples of beneficial exercise include brisk walking, running, or cycling.—
Jamie Johnson,
Verywell Health,
24 June 2025
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More deception tactics were used, Caine said, and support aircraft pushed out in front of the main strike group at a high altitude and speed to sweep for enemy fighters and surface-to-air missile threats.—
Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2025
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As the usage of artificial intelligence — benign and adversarial — increases at breakneck speed, more cases of potentially harmful responses are being uncovered.—
Neha Hegde,
CNBC,
22 June 2025
Adjective
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Meanwhile, President Donald Trump's new aim at Federal Reserve Chairman Powell may also accelerate bets for faster rate cuts.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
27 June 2025
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California’s budget is not limitless, and a good program should not be measured by how fast it’s depleted.—
Roger Niello,
HollywoodReporter,
27 June 2025
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Essentially, stablecoins integrate the U.S. dollar within the blockchain — merging the reliability and stability of fiat with the rapidity, transparency, and programmability associated with crypto.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Trump has hit multiple records for his first 100 days in office, but the rapidity of his actions also highlights the fragility of relying on presidential action to cement core policies.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
29 Apr. 2025
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Smith’s swift ascent has exceeded the already enormous expectations Houston had for him.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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The Nets’ final move of the 2025 NBA Draft was a swift Day 2 trade.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
27 June 2025
Noun
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Israel says its missile defense success rate stands at greater than 90% against Iran's attacks in the ongoing aerial war.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
21 June 2025
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The village also anticipates raising its water rate by 15% for an increase of 99 cents per 100 cubic feet of water.—
Richard Requena,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2025
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“Rapid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rapid. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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