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Definitions

fleet-footed

[fleet-foot-id] / ˈflitˈfʊt ɪd /
ADJECTIVE
swift
Synonyms
STRONGEST
abrupt expeditious hasty nimble quick rapid speedy sudden unexpected
STRONG
cracking express fleet flying precipitate prompt ready screaming short spanking
WEAK
alacritous barrelling breakneck double-quick headlong hurried in nothing flat like crazy like mad on the double pronto shaking a leg short-lived snappy speedball supersonic winged
Antonyms
STRONGEST
delayed expected lazy leisurely slow
WEAK
sluggish

Example Sentences

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It would have been terrible to run on if I was a fresh, fleet-footed 20-year-old, but I was 51 and still trying to outrun guys half my age.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

The high-intensity, unstructured nature of the game suited France's fleet-footed backline, but it was an Irish defensive lapse that led to the home side's second try.

From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026

Washington Commanders: WR Luther Burden III, Missouri — Quarterback Jayden Daniels could use another fleet-footed, sure-handed target to take some of the heat off of top receiver Terry McLaurin.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2025

Arriving on stage in a sparkly tuxedo dress, she rearranged her hits Espresso and Please Please Please in a jazzy big band style, and even delivered a fleet-footed tap dance sequence.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2025

“You will do very well as our fleet-footed messenger, Mrs. Clarke. First, I must write the letter; I shall meet you downstairs in five minutes’ time” was her answer.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood