1
as in quickly
with great speed
she snappily completed the job application and handed it to the receptionist
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2
as in neatly
in a strikingly neat and trim manner
the snappily attired male dancers wore top hats and tails
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3
as in lively
in a quick and spirited manner
sang out the square dance calls snappily
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However, this carbon debt can be paid back swiftly.—
Carlton Reid,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025 -
Putin’s proposal came after more than three months of diplomacy kick-started by Trump, who promised during his campaign to end the devastating war swiftly — though it’s been hard to pull off.—
Mehmet Guzel,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
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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.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
11 May 2025
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And given how quickly the technology advances, private companies are setting their own rules of conduct and doing so faster than regulators can keep up – similar to how the internet has developed.—
Erika Page,
Christian Science Monitor,
10 May 2025
Adverb
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Shoppers suggest using an electric screwdriver to make assembly even quicker.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 May 2025
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Look no further than the Employee Self-Service Agent, Microsoft’s feature within Microsoft 365 Copilot to make HR and IT tasks quicker and easier for employees.—
Dr. Jeremy Nunn,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
Adverb
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Don’t forget to take advantage of the signature St. Regis butler service, which will promptly fulfill requests for packing needs, garment pressing, restaurant reservations and a cup of steaming chamomile tea to unwind after a long flight.—
Natasha Amar,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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Just then, they were joined by Colin Jost as Hegseth — and Pirro promptly spit red wine in his face in surprise.—
Dave Nemetz,
TVLine,
10 May 2025
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Flashpoint Kashmir has been a flashpoint since 1947, when British India was hastily divided into two by its former colonial rulers.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
14 May 2025
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Those that disregard the founder’s legacy, alienate key stakeholders, neglect relationship-building, or move too hastily are doomed to failure.—
George Bradt,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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Kendall Myles, 20, was apprehended after a brief foot chase through the French Quarter soon after the escape.—
Stepheny Price , Nate Foy,
FOXNews.com,
20 May 2025
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The latest season of The Voice is almost over, meaning one of the five remaining contestants will soon become the Season 27 champion.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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“Snappily.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snappily. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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