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a person or thing that is preferred over others
that kind of old-fashioned horror movie is just my speed
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as in races
to proceed or move quickly
a bullet train speeding across the lush countryside
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Recent Examples of speeds
Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 9 Mar. 2026
Winds were predicted to subside in the evening hours on Saturday before picking back up on Sunday morning, albeit at lower speeds than Saturday morning.
—Austin Turner, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
Even a single collision in orbit can become catastrophic; these satellites are moving at speeds many times faster than a rifle bullet, and a direct hit from one creates a cloud of shrapnel.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 6 Mar. 2026
As planets in our solar system orbit the sun at varying speeds, sometimes their orbital paths bring them close together on the same side of the sun.
—Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 6 Mar. 2026
The camera has been updated to a 48 megapixel system and its C1X modem promises faster cellular speeds.
—Shawn Chen, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
This one gets variable intake valve timing for more readily available power and greater torque at low speeds.
—New Atlas, 1 Mar. 2026
In the previous event of the series in Auckland, New Zealand strong winds saw boats achieve speeds of around 100kmh (60mph).
—ABC News, 1 Mar. 2026
The alignment formation, however, is short-lived because planets move at different speeds.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 27 Feb. 2026
Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 7 Mar. 2026
That came as Xi’s purge of China’s military widened — including the removal of nine military officers from the congress last week — as China speeds up its goals of modernizing its army in the coming few years.
—ABC News, 5 Mar. 2026
As the comet speeds away from the center of our solar system, it can still be observed until spring 2026 in the pre-dawn sky with even small telescopes, according to NASA.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
As the race speeds up and riders are jettisoned, the team cars are stuck further behind the bunch.
—Andy McGrath, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
Once acquired, the UAV rapidly speeds towards the target, crashing into it.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 27 Feb. 2026
As the comet speeds away from the center of our solar system, it can still be observed until spring 2026 in the pre-dawn sky with even small telescopes, according to NASA.
—Eric Lagatta, AZCentral.com, 26 Feb. 2026
Paradise speeds through Annie and Gayle’s first 45 days in the TV room.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 23 Feb. 2026
This speeds up the myelard reaction.
—Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Feb. 2026
Noun
Engineers from both organizations will examine how such reactors could support the high energy demand of container ships traveling long ocean routes at high speeds.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 9 Mar. 2026
Winds were predicted to subside in the evening hours on Saturday before picking back up on Sunday morning, albeit at lower speeds than Saturday morning.
—Austin Turner, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
Even a single collision in orbit can become catastrophic; these satellites are moving at speeds many times faster than a rifle bullet, and a direct hit from one creates a cloud of shrapnel.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 6 Mar. 2026
As planets in our solar system orbit the sun at varying speeds, sometimes their orbital paths bring them close together on the same side of the sun.
—Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 6 Mar. 2026
The camera has been updated to a 48 megapixel system and its C1X modem promises faster cellular speeds.
—Shawn Chen, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
This one gets variable intake valve timing for more readily available power and greater torque at low speeds.
—New Atlas, 1 Mar. 2026
In the previous event of the series in Auckland, New Zealand strong winds saw boats achieve speeds of around 100kmh (60mph).
—ABC News, 1 Mar. 2026
The alignment formation, however, is short-lived because planets move at different speeds.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 27 Feb. 2026
Verb
This prevents smells, reduces the risk of pests, and speeds up breakdown when burying the peels.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 7 Mar. 2026
That came as Xi’s purge of China’s military widened — including the removal of nine military officers from the congress last week — as China speeds up its goals of modernizing its army in the coming few years.
—ABC News, 5 Mar. 2026
As the comet speeds away from the center of our solar system, it can still be observed until spring 2026 in the pre-dawn sky with even small telescopes, according to NASA.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
As the race speeds up and riders are jettisoned, the team cars are stuck further behind the bunch.
—Andy McGrath, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
Once acquired, the UAV rapidly speeds towards the target, crashing into it.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 27 Feb. 2026
As the comet speeds away from the center of our solar system, it can still be observed until spring 2026 in the pre-dawn sky with even small telescopes, according to NASA.
—Eric Lagatta, AZCentral.com, 26 Feb. 2026
Paradise speeds through Annie and Gayle’s first 45 days in the TV room.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 23 Feb. 2026
This speeds up the myelard reaction.
—Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for speeds
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Shop more of my mom’s favorites on Amazon and refresh your staples ahead of spring.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
8 Mar. 2026
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Check out our favorites below, starting at $114.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2026
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As Europe races toward energy independence, this facility could become a primary feeder for a pipeline network meant to power the continent’s heavy industry.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Mar. 2026
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That prompted the team to tab Myatt Snider, who races part-time in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series.—
Jeff Gluck,
New York Times,
2 Mar. 2026
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Your preferences will apply only on this website.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
6 Mar. 2026
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Key features of the sunrise alarm clock The Jall Wake Up Light Sunrise Alarm Clock has a plethora of features and settings to accommodate your individual preferences.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
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And a large share of the world’s humanitarian relief, much of it destined for Africa, travels through the Strait of Hormuz, which Tehran has essentially shut.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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Running daily between Chicago and the East Coast, Amtrak’s Lake Shore Limited travels through a geographically diverse stretch of the country.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Mar. 2026
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As with most national parks, pets are allowed, but not on the trails.—
Karthika Gupta,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Mar. 2026
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If there's enough time, bring your pets with you.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
11 Mar. 2026
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The energy price shock that followed Russia's invasion of Ukraine four years ago is fresh in the minds of European policymakers as the conflict in Iran once again drives oil and gas prices higher.—
Hugh Leask,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2026
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That curiosity still drives him today.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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Gary, in his mail truck, rushes over to pick Ennis up.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
9 Mar. 2026
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Kadri took line rushes during warmups with Valeri Nichushkin and Brock Nelson, but Bednar wanted to start the fan favorite in his return and just stuck with it.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
9 Mar. 2026
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Nix almost always hurries his throws when a blitz comes Harvey’s way, regardless of whether the rookie RB picks it up capably or not.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
23 Dec. 2025
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“Speeds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/speeds. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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