- past tense form of accelerate.
- past participle of accelerate.
accelerated
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China’s export growth accelerated in May, offering a vital lifeline to an economy otherwise bogged down by a persistent domestic slowdown.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Her progress has accelerated since appointing former Wimbledon champion Conchita Martinez as her coach in 2024.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
Nasdaq has accelerated the timeline for inclusion in its widely followed Nasdaq 100.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
IMF chief spokesperson Julie Kozack told reporters in Washington that the multilateral lender would provide increased or accelerated access to funds to Ethiopia, The Gambia and Burkina Faso.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
Stanley jerked back against the seat and tightly gripped the wheel as the truck accelerated.
From "Holes" by Louis Sachar
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