as in to speed
to proceed or move quickly
a dune buggy came recklessly cannonballing down the crowded beach
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Recent Examples of cannonball
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 June 2025
Bystander footage shows the moment a stuntman's human cannonball act takes a horrible turn
Chachi Valencia is recovering from multiple injuries after his human cannonball stunt resulted in him crashing into the concrete when a gust of wind blew him off course.
—Julia Bonavita, Fox News, 23 Mar. 2025
New York Times, 19 Aug. 2022
For anyone who’s so constrained but still longing to sip a cocktail while soaking on a pool step or to cannonball in after a long day, these little dippers can appeal.
—Allison Duncan, WSJ, 29 July 2022
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Verb
This suggests the flag may have been in close proximity to a cannonball.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 June 2025
Bystander footage shows the moment a stuntman's human cannonball act takes a horrible turn
Chachi Valencia is recovering from multiple injuries after his human cannonball stunt resulted in him crashing into the concrete when a gust of wind blew him off course.
—Julia Bonavita, Fox News, 23 Mar. 2025
Noun
Solmund Nystabakk, 40, who watched his son cannonball into the fjord by the Edvard Munch museum, said that the moment a wild animal appeared out of its natural habitat, people projected personality onto it.
—New York Times, 19 Aug. 2022
For anyone who’s so constrained but still longing to sip a cocktail while soaking on a pool step or to cannonball in after a long day, these little dippers can appeal.
—Allison Duncan, WSJ, 29 July 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cannonball
Verb
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Scope of rescue effort ‘overwhelmed’ first responders Firefighters and police sped to the scene of the fire after the assisted-living facility’s automatic alarm system triggered an emergency call.—
Zoe Sottile,
CNN Money,
15 July 2025
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Automation and the Illusion of Security McDonald’s isn’t alone in betting big on AI to speed up hiring and make life easier for franchisees and HR teams.—
Tony Bradley,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
Noun
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Bring in or secure loose objects that could become projectiles.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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Air raid sirens sounded across parts of Israel, and officials reported two additional projectiles launched from Gaza.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
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How one man raced 25 miles to save guests at his Texas RV park As the Guadalupe River muscled over its banks at speed, David Chambers knocked on one door after another at his RV resort.—
Jane Onyanga-Omara,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
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In the final kilometers, Gall rises from his saddle to race through corners, long legs on full display.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
Noun
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The Patriot system is a highly effective air-defense platform that includes a radar station to detect incoming threats, a command center to coordinate the response, and a missile launcher capable of firing interceptor missiles, each valued at approximately $3 million.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
14 July 2025
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The system, which entered U.S. service in the 1980s, has even been credited with shooting down Russian hypersonic missiles.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
14 July 2025
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Passengers flying in the United States at certain airports are no longer required to take off their shoes when going through security lines, according to news outlets including CBS News and The New York Times on Monday.—
Anna Commander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
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Gunn’s approach is colorful, in both its palette and the costumes; proudly fantastical, with flying orbs, robots, portals, and giant monsters; and at times endearingly, intentionally corny (see: Krypto the super dog).—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
Noun
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The bag uses a durable, water-resistant outer shell to keep your gear dry and utilizes Babolat's eco-conscious, dye-free lining that also protects against temperature changes.—
Will Porter,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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The Allies fired a million and a half shells in the week before the Battle of the Somme.—
Ed Caesar,
New Yorker,
13 July 2025
Verb
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Neighbors quickly rushed to action, grabbing hoses and axes to help extract the plane’s passengers.—
Rachel McRady,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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Many organizations rush to implement tech without considering the impact on employee workflows, morale or training needs.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
Noun
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South Korean intelligence officials have estimated that the North has sent Russia roughly 13,000 soldiers and millions of artillery shells, and Ukrainian officials believe as much as 40% of Russia’s ammunition now comes from North Korea, Bloomberg reported.—
Mathias Hammer,
semafor.com,
13 July 2025
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Russia and North Korea’s alliance has strengthened, as seen in North Korea’s supply of troops and ammunition to the Ukrainian battlefield in support of Russia.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
12 July 2025
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“Cannonball.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cannonball. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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