pick up speed
Example Sentences
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But Merz has launched a public spending campaign in the areas of defence and infrastructure, and the government is forecasting the economy will pick up speed this year with one percent growth.
From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026
When that freight train leaves the station, you want to jump onboard, especially when it’s starting to pick up speed.
From MarketWatch • Nov. 17, 2025
Analysts at Jefferies said that while growth in the core division slowed as expected, the segment should pick up speed again in the fourth quarter.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025
The winds are expected to pick up speed again in the afternoon, with renewed fire growth a distinct possibility.
From Salon • Jan. 9, 2025
Their calls first start all together and slow and then pick up speed and volume until they finally dissipate to separate voices and rounds of hand clapping and cheers.
From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee
