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acceleration

[ak-sel-uh-rey-shuhn, ik-] / ækˌsɛl əˈreɪ ʃən, ɪk- /


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Importantly, hourly earnings came in exactly on forecast — no acceleration at all.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

He sees a high rate of capex acceleration that, he said, is unsustainable in 2027, even if overall spending remains high.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

If the car in front is struggling with rear tyre wear, and is therefore limited on grip during acceleration, that, combined with overtake mode, just might make them vulnerable to the car behind.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

No question, the SS curates truly mental acceleration.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

He broke to the right on one carry but had no acceleration at all and was easily tackled for no gain.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger




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