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as in increased
to become greater in size, extent, volume, amount, or number
toy purchases accelerate dramatically during the Christmas season
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as in pushed
to cause to move or proceed fast or faster
we accelerated preparations for the hurricane upon hearing weather reports that it had gained speed
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as in expanded
to make greater in size, amount, or number
the company accelerated its advertising purchases even as the economy appeared to be in recession
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Recent Examples of accelerated
ArsTechnica, 26 Mar. 2025
This accelerated vaccine schedule is commonly performed with Engerix-B, Twinrix, or Heplisav B.10
Those who use Engerix-B or Twinrix on the accelerated schedule will need a hep B booster dose at one year to ensure long-term protection.
—James Myhre & Dennis Sifris, Md, Verywell Health, 25 Mar. 2025
Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 10 Apr. 2025
The documentary’s release was accelerated after Khalil’s arrest by ICE last month over his involvement in the Columbia protests, where the Palestinian graduate student was a negotiator.
—Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 10 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Maybe our current phase of accelerated technological growth is just that: a phase.
—ArsTechnica, 26 Mar. 2025
This accelerated vaccine schedule is commonly performed with Engerix-B, Twinrix, or Heplisav B.10
Those who use Engerix-B or Twinrix on the accelerated schedule will need a hep B booster dose at one year to ensure long-term protection.
—James Myhre & Dennis Sifris, Md, Verywell Health, 25 Mar. 2025
Verb
The removal of bodies from the wrecked building accelerated overnight Wednesday into Thursday after civil protection services removed a large chunk of debris, according to Snayder Santana, an engineer from the Dominican Republic civil protection services.
—Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 10 Apr. 2025
The documentary’s release was accelerated after Khalil’s arrest by ICE last month over his involvement in the Columbia protests, where the Palestinian graduate student was a negotiator.
—Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accelerated
Verb
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Instead of service being needed every 3,000 miles, it is expected to be increased to a range of 15,000 to 20,000 miles.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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The case occurred in a trial that quickly increased the dose of the pill over a short period of time, the spokesperson said.—
Annika Kim Constantino,
CNBC,
14 Apr. 2025
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The White House did note that the tariffs can be expanded.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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The first restaurant opened in 2011 in Red Bank and then expanded to Toms River, Newark (a permanent location in Rutgers University) and Jersey City (a permanent location in New Jersey City University).—
Moná Thomas,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Novo Nordisk’s Fundamentals Over Recent Years Novo Nordisk’s revenue rose over 2x from 127 billion DKK in 2020 to 271 billion DKK for the last twelve-month period.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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In terms of the design, the mix of rose gold and rhodium plating on the dial brings an industrial feel to the timepieces.—
Sophie Furley,
Robb Report,
24 Dec. 2024
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Chappell and Webb have pushed each other out of their comfort zones to create some truly remarkable work in 2024.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
24 Dec. 2024
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Older Americans — who’ve worked hard all our lives — shouldn’t be pushed out onto the streets, forced to go without sufficient food or health care due to unfortunate circumstances.—
Sherlea Dony,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Or the state could create a dedicated fund for local infrastructure to be augmented in years of high income tax revenues.—
Bill Fulton,
The Mercury News,
11 Mar. 2025
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Analyzing the legendary unicorn tapestries hanging at the Met Cloisters in New York (augmented here by a gory new panel that depicts the suddenly fearsome animals disemboweling and impaling their aggressors), Ridley concludes that unicorns aren’t nearly as benevolent as most people think.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
9 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Nevertheless, the Spaniard drove his happiness in it throughout the facility, always with his signature celebratory cigar and at no greater speed than the hurried pace of an ordinary person.—
Kevin Sabet,
Newsweek,
24 Mar. 2025
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While some treasure hoards dating to this period appear hurried — as if someone was trying to hide their wealth in a moment of crisis, for example — the Galloway Hoard looks different.—
Joshua Rapp Learn,
Discover Magazine,
15 Mar. 2025
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Prioritizing his future is prudent, even if Houston has already hastened everything about Smith’s development.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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But after frequently visiting their local vet, who administrated antibiotics and painkillers, Luna's recovery hastened.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Defending the Intercontinental Championship on such a grand stage is a testament to his rapid ascent within the company.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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The rapid rise of ransomware attacks, supply chain vulnerabilities and data breaches has created an environment of persistent uncertainty, leaving organizations grappling with how to stay resilient in the face of evolving threats.—
Francis Dinha,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Accelerated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accelerated. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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