as in hurried
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as in rushed
to cause to move or proceed fast or faster
hasten the activation of yeast with heat
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as in sped
to proceed or move quickly
the contractors hastened to complete the project before the deadline
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Recent Examples of hastened
Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Dec. 2024
Change will inevitably be slow but it can surely be hastened by the government and wider society acknowledging the unique and powerful role DPOs should be allowed to play and to begin clearing a space for this to grow.
—Gus Alexiou, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
City Schools Chancellor David Banks was set to retire and leave office late this year but instead hastened his departure to mid-October.
—David K. Li, NBC News, 19 Dec. 2024
The shutdowns picked up in the second half of the decade, hastened by industry consolidation that led to the closure of a growing number of chain pharmacies between 2018 and 2021.
—Tina Reed, Axios, 9 Dec. 2024
Lucas retains his hold on the lucrative smack market largely because of his ability to not attract attention; his eventual downfall is hastened by the regrettable decision to stand out in a crowd for once and rock a chinchilla fur coat and matching hat at a prizefight.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 1 Dec. 2024
The alliance is launching in a fast-changing landscape for physical film and TV markets after the Covid-19 pandemic hastened an uptake in virtual meeting technology, while current challenges include concerns over the environmental impact of global travel and rising costs.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 29 Nov. 2024
Recently, social media has hastened the celebrity of animals such as Grumpy Cat and JiffPom the Pomeranian.
—Stephanie Yang, Los Angeles Times, 25 Nov. 2024
The subsequent approval of the HIV-prevention pill — called pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP — in 2012 only hastened the decline.
—Benjamin Ryan, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
Verb
Darwin hastened to accept the offer to see the watery part of the world and all its thrilling natural features.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Dec. 2024
Change will inevitably be slow but it can surely be hastened by the government and wider society acknowledging the unique and powerful role DPOs should be allowed to play and to begin clearing a space for this to grow.
—Gus Alexiou, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
City Schools Chancellor David Banks was set to retire and leave office late this year but instead hastened his departure to mid-October.
—David K. Li, NBC News, 19 Dec. 2024
The shutdowns picked up in the second half of the decade, hastened by industry consolidation that led to the closure of a growing number of chain pharmacies between 2018 and 2021.
—Tina Reed, Axios, 9 Dec. 2024
Lucas retains his hold on the lucrative smack market largely because of his ability to not attract attention; his eventual downfall is hastened by the regrettable decision to stand out in a crowd for once and rock a chinchilla fur coat and matching hat at a prizefight.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 1 Dec. 2024
The alliance is launching in a fast-changing landscape for physical film and TV markets after the Covid-19 pandemic hastened an uptake in virtual meeting technology, while current challenges include concerns over the environmental impact of global travel and rising costs.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 29 Nov. 2024
Recently, social media has hastened the celebrity of animals such as Grumpy Cat and JiffPom the Pomeranian.
—Stephanie Yang, Los Angeles Times, 25 Nov. 2024
The subsequent approval of the HIV-prevention pill — called pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP — in 2012 only hastened the decline.
—Benjamin Ryan, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hastened
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
Verb
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Finally, accelerated demand led by corporate refugees is being met by a steady supply of businesses from retiring baby boomers.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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According to recent studies, the rate of change across several key factors has accelerated by 183% in the past four years, largely driven by emerging technologies, including generative artificial intelligence.—
Sherzod Odilov,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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Some pushed Biden, who also did not commute the death sentences of military members, to do more.—
Sudiksha Kochi,
USA TODAY,
24 Dec. 2024
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Weary citizens continue to suffer under high inflation, which has pushed up prices for essentials like oil and rice.—
Saif Hasnat Atul Loke,
New York Times,
24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Through intelligent automation, development can be completed at a far more expeditious rate, reliability can be increased, and human error can be minimized.—
William Jones,
USA TODAY,
24 Mar. 2025
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The move follows an expeditious effort by Republicans to move the president’s nominees through the chamber.—
Al Weaver,
The Hill,
6 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Earlier in December, Pope Benedict XV urged a holiday truce.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
24 Dec. 2024
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Customers who have purchased this product are being urged to immediately return it to their nearest Lidl store for a full refund—with or without a receipt.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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But the Gamecocks machine is ready to backfill, with MiLaysia Fulwiley, Tessa Johnson and Joyce Edwards waiting in the wings.—
Sabreena Merchant,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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Currently, once the company has an embryo ready to grow, researchers insert it in a host animal, but such surrogates are limited in number and expensive to work with, and come with many potential health complications.—
D. T. Max,
New Yorker,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Are prompt generators better than composing prompts by yourself?—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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That’s not only important for prompt treatment, but also so that providers can answer questions and offer guidance on topics like how to talk to past and future partners and preventing future infections.—
Catherine Pearson,
New York Times,
8 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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“Hastened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hastened. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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