1
as in velocity
a high rate of movement or performance
we dashed off the remaining paperwork with as much speed as possible so we could leave for the long weekend
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2
as in favorite
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 to race
to proceed or move quickly
a bullet train speeding across the lush countryside
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Recent Examples of speed
Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2025
Though on the surface the blazing, barking vocals and triple-time speed of the track are seemingly at odds with the Foos’ typical mix of pop hooks and radio-friendly rock, the cover makes perfect sense given Grohl’s punk rock pedigree.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 1 July 2025
Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2025
The 13-year-old and 14-year-old, who Schur suspected were trying to break into his wife’s car, sped away in a separate car, police said.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 18 June 2025
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Noun
The deputy pursued Finley, reaching speeds up to 118 mph in a 45 mph zone, according to court documents.
Finley then turned around at a gas station before continuing south on the highway, according to court documents.
—Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2025
Though on the surface the blazing, barking vocals and triple-time speed of the track are seemingly at odds with the Foos’ typical mix of pop hooks and radio-friendly rock, the cover makes perfect sense given Grohl’s punk rock pedigree.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 1 July 2025
Verb
The school board declared an emergency to speed up the repairs and chief financial officer Linda Zaborowski said the district received three competitive bids for general construction and mold remediation.
—Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2025
The 13-year-old and 14-year-old, who Schur suspected were trying to break into his wife’s car, sped away in a separate car, police said.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for speed
Noun
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On Sunday, the velocity on his four-seam fastball was down 1 mph.—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
29 June 2025
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Each role has been shaped by intense velocity, evolving technology, and relentless expectations.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
27 June 2025
Noun
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Glen Grant’s whisky has been a favorite of specialty bottlers like Gordon & MacPhail, Signatory, and Duncan Taylor, among others.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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In the other tournament that is taking place in the United States right now -- the Gold Cup -- sticking with the betting favorites has not paid off.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
Verb
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Their photos still hang on the dining room wall, along with those of sports stars, racing drivers and other celebrities who found their way to Ponder.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 June 2025
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But Kosinski elevates that journey by capturing racing in all of its gorgeous, peculiar glory—there’s never been a portrait of Formula One quite like it.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
28 June 2025
Noun
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OpenAI alone reports that its annual recurring revenue is expected to reach $12.5 billion in 2025, which is a remarkable growth rate for a 10-year-old startup.—
R. Scott Raynovich,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Forecasters in the study also revealed a lack of understanding of the rate of AI progress.—
Billy Perrigo,
Time,
1 July 2025
Verb
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If Tehran now hurries to make atomic bombs in secret — and if other countries in the region then build their own nukes for self-protection — the tactical triumph of Midnight Hammer will turn into a strategic disaster.—
Andreas Kluth,
Mercury News,
28 June 2025
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Gladys told her mother to hurry up and prepare dinner before 6 p.m., when the whole family usually sat down together.—
Mara Bovsun,
New York Daily News,
28 June 2025
Verb
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Portnoy recalls traveling with her husband to four different medical institutions after a year of misdiagnosis.—
Alexis Kayser,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 June 2025
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Drivers who only plan on traveling for short distances in extreme temperatures may not need to be concerned.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
28 June 2025
Verb
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Before the doctor could see her, she was rushed to the emergency room.—
Danielle Battaglia,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2025
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Pablo the Newfoundland gets dried off after a bath, minutes before he's rushed to the vet.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 June 2025
Verb
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What steps to follow when driving in the rain? Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2025
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When the outdoor cooling station opened on Friday, White drove by to find no chairs for people to sit and no signage letting people know the cooling station was there.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2025
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“Speed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/speed. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.
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