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as in to speed
to proceed or move quickly
the startled cat rocketed out of the room
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2
as in to soar
to rise abruptly and rapidly
the child actor rocketed to stardom at the age of eight
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Recent Examples of rocket
Through one torrid stretch from March through early May, the Trojans won eight consecutive series, including one over crosstown-rival UCLA that rocketed them into the top 25.
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Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2025
Tom Fitzgerald rocketed the go-ahead goal early in the third period and assisted on the insurance with 2:37 left as goalie John Vanbiesbrouck starred in goal against future Hall of Famers Mario Lemieux, Jaromir Jagr and co.
1997: HEAT def.
—Steve Svekis, Sun Sentinel, 18 May 2025
The development sent stock prices rocketing, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average closing Monday up more than 1,100 points, an increase of about 2.8%; the S&P 500 up 3.3%; and the Nasdaq up 4.4% and now in a bull market.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 13 May 2025
On that roster, Cowboy Carter rockets from No. 193 to No. 64.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
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Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2025
Tom Fitzgerald rocketed the go-ahead goal early in the third period and assisted on the insurance with 2:37 left as goalie John Vanbiesbrouck starred in goal against future Hall of Famers Mario Lemieux, Jaromir Jagr and co.
1997: HEAT def.
—Steve Svekis, Sun Sentinel, 18 May 2025
The development sent stock prices rocketing, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average closing Monday up more than 1,100 points, an increase of about 2.8%; the S&P 500 up 3.3%; and the Nasdaq up 4.4% and now in a bull market.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 13 May 2025
On that roster, Cowboy Carter rockets from No. 193 to No. 64.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rocket
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Even better news is that advancements are achievable: reducing administrative delays speeds up patient care and removes obstacles.—
Yusuf Qasim,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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To speed things along, start sweet potato slips indoors in spring and transplant them into soil amended with compost to give your plants more energy to grow.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2025
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Picking up the team options on Hartenstein and Dort would send them soaring over the $206.7 million luxury-tax line and dangerously close to the $215.5 million first apron.—
Bryan Toporek,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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In fiscal year 2024, its data center revenue jumped 217% year-over-year, driven by soaring demand across the U.S., Europe, and Gulf States.—
Dewardric L. McNeal,
CNBC,
29 May 2025
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Over the past century the price of gold has raced at a 2.2% average annual rate above inflation.—
William Baldwin,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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Greyhounds adjust well to life after racing and thrive in home environments, often forming strong bonds with their owners.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 May 2025
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This technology allows even those with limited flying experience to handle the bike safely and confidently.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2025
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Perez was intentionally walked to load the bases, but the Royals stranded all three runners as Maikel Garcia flew out to right field.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
31 May 2025
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Best Amazon Comfortable Shoe and Clothing Deals When traveling on assignment, my first packing priority is always comfortable shoes that can keep up with my busy schedule and not leave me with tired, achy feet at the end of the day.—
Aly Walansky,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2025
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In previous postseasons — many of which ended with disappointing early eliminations — the Dodgers would use one wide-body plane to shuttle players, coaches, executives, staff, broadcasters and other members of their bloated playoff traveling party from city to city.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2025
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Snag a pair before the sale ends on May 26 at 8 a.m. Eastern, and hurry, because popular styles and sizes are sure to fly off the (virtual) shelves.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
23 May 2025
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Aunt Phoebe hurries the girls home — to their residences and to the Red Center — before any cloak-red blood gets spilled.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
13 May 2025
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Much of the innovation that drives societal progress and economic productivity does not emerge from revolutions in thought, but from the subtle extension and application of existing knowledge.—
John Drake,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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Derek Jeter gets his 2,000th career hit, becoming the eighth player in Yankees history to reach the milestone. 2008 — Chase Utley tied the National League lead with his 16th homer and drove in six runs as Philadelphia routed Colorado 20-5.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2025
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Questions rushed through my head: What are my clothes going to look like?—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 May 2025
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He was rushed to Lutheran General Hospital, where he was diagnosed with cancer despite having previously had no symptoms.—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
30 May 2025
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“Rocket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rocket. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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