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fast forward

[fast fawr-werd, fahst-] / ˈfæst ˈfɔr wərd, ˈfɑst- /
NOUN
function of going forward quickly
Synonyms
WEAK
double time full speed maximum speed

Example Sentences

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When you look at the number of overs taken to complete the game, it was Test cricket on fast forward.

From BBC • Nov. 23, 2025

He hasn’t watched live television in about a decade, using his TiVo to fast forward through commercials or speed past analysts’ banter during sports games.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 16, 2025

But fast forward to today and Chris and Carrie are engaged, set to marry this December.

From BBC • May 24, 2025

“But fast forward, a decade after, that’s all people want to wear.”

From Seattle Times • Oct. 26, 2023

“Let’s fast forward to where he’s actually been going.”

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling