pick up speed

Example Sentences

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A rally that has already catapulted stocks higher with a velocity rarely seen before continued to pick up speed on Friday.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

Earnings season will pick up speed with more big financial firms set to release first-quarter results this morning.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

The government is forecasting meagre growth of 0.2 percent for 2025, before the economy is expected to pick up speed this year.

From Barron's • Jan. 8, 2026

The winds are expected to pick up speed again in the afternoon, with renewed fire growth a distinct possibility.

From Salon • Jan. 9, 2025

The wind would be at their backs and he might be able to pick up speed.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith