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as in sped
to proceed or move quickly
the startled cat rocketed out of the room
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as in soared
to rise abruptly and rapidly
the child actor rocketed to stardom at the age of eight
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Recent Examples of rocketed
In heavily Democratic areas of the country, Tesla sales rocketed from 2020 through most of 2022, up until Musk acquired X, at which point sales began decreasing.
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Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2025
Investors ought to steer clear of Beyond Meat due to weakening consumer demand for alternative meat products, analysts from Mizuho said after the stock rocketed higher earlier this week.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2025
The show rocketed Johnson to pin-up-star status in the role of white-suit-wearing Sonny Crockett, while Philip Michael Thomas played his partner Tubbs.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 24 Oct. 2025
Lienke rocketed the shot into the roof of the net to give Mahtomedi a 1-0 lead about 15 minutes into the second half.
—Andrew Cornelius, Twin Cities, 22 Oct. 2025
Organizers of this weekend's demonstrations say national frustrations and fears have rocketed since late spring, when the first wave of No Kings rallies took place.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 18 Oct. 2025
The Lions have rocketed this fall behind freshmen Sterling Flores, Ava Irwin, Tessa Russell and Katherine Meier, and several multi-sport athletes.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 17 Oct. 2025
When a seven-count indictment against a New Hampshire Supreme Court justice was announced last fall, the news rocketed across the state.
—Tom Winter, NBC news, 14 Oct. 2025
After announcing a partnership with OpenAI, AMD shares rocketed 35% on the week — the best since 2016.
—Benzinga, Freep.com, 11 Oct. 2025
Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2025
Investors ought to steer clear of Beyond Meat due to weakening consumer demand for alternative meat products, analysts from Mizuho said after the stock rocketed higher earlier this week.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2025
The show rocketed Johnson to pin-up-star status in the role of white-suit-wearing Sonny Crockett, while Philip Michael Thomas played his partner Tubbs.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 24 Oct. 2025
Lienke rocketed the shot into the roof of the net to give Mahtomedi a 1-0 lead about 15 minutes into the second half.
—Andrew Cornelius, Twin Cities, 22 Oct. 2025
Organizers of this weekend's demonstrations say national frustrations and fears have rocketed since late spring, when the first wave of No Kings rallies took place.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 18 Oct. 2025
The Lions have rocketed this fall behind freshmen Sterling Flores, Ava Irwin, Tessa Russell and Katherine Meier, and several multi-sport athletes.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 17 Oct. 2025
When a seven-count indictment against a New Hampshire Supreme Court justice was announced last fall, the news rocketed across the state.
—Tom Winter, NBC news, 14 Oct. 2025
After announcing a partnership with OpenAI, AMD shares rocketed 35% on the week — the best since 2016.
—Benzinga, Freep.com, 11 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rocketed
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The video, which was sped up, showed both Archie and Lilibet in the background playing.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
29 Oct. 2025
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Once enough cars have sped over these fissures, chunks begin breaking off to create those infamous potholes that pop tires and ruin shocks.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
29 Oct. 2025
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Good Will hunting Dodgers catcher Will Smith made his debut on Planet Earth 20 years after Carlton Fisk’s legendary Game 6 homer in 1975 soared its way into World Series lore.—
Jayson Stark,
New York Times,
26 Oct. 2025
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The rule change, which took effect last fall, came just as San Diego was already re-evaluating Phase Two of Pure Water, because conservation has depressed local water demand and construction costs have soared.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Oct. 2025
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Satuala raced 40 yards to the end zone.—
Mitch Sherman,
New York Times,
26 Oct. 2025
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Bailey, with headphones on, listened as the spirit box raced through radio frequencies for answers to questions the guests asked.—
Jim Beaugez,
CNN Money,
23 Oct. 2025
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As Varsho trotted, the Rogers Centre erupted – and the fans kept partying on the club level well past midnight.—
Tyler Kepner,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Just as Tommy Fleetwood was preparing to putt on the green at the par-5 18th hole, a collared four-legged visitor trotted onto the fairway.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Oct. 2025
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The pair then broke into two high-security display cases, snatched various pieces of crown jewels on display, and scurried back down the ladder and escaped.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
27 Oct. 2025
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Then, Olivia scurried off into an enclave off the side stage as Dylan and Daniella punched up into a high-octane, athletic routine.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
24 Oct. 2025
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However, Paul drove to a bar and took shots with Connor, according to surveillance video from the bar obtained by Greenville News.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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The Martinezes drove up from Miami to welcome their new baby to the family.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
29 Oct. 2025
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Following the incident, bystanders rushed to assist the men, who were then taken to Enmore Regional Hospital.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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Preparations to protect life and property should be rushed to completion.—
MIAMI HERALD HURRICANE BOT,
Miami Herald,
25 Oct. 2025
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There is a possibility that their romance has traveled off-screen.—
Francesca Gariano,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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Earlier this year, King traveled to space on a Blue Origin flight alongside a crew of all female astronauts, including Katy Perry, Lauren Sánchez and others.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Rocketed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rocketed. Accessed 3 Nov. 2025.
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