- past tense form of accelerate.
- past participle of accelerate.
accelerated
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And Bonilla evokes memories among Dodgers fans of the veteran third baseman’s failed 1998 stint with the team, which accelerated the promotion of future Hall of Famer Adrian Beltre at age 19.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026
Even if hiring has accelerated, some also question whether it’s due to temporary conditions.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 1, 2026
An executive order signed in mid-June has accelerated the migration to quantum-safe systems by 2031.Alongside a renewed emphasis on quantum sensing and networking, these measures are designed to secure critical networks against foreign interference.
From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026
Moroccan migration to the Netherlands accelerated through labour agreements during the late 1960s before family reunification turned temporary workers into permanent communities.
From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026
They were caught up in accelerated courses and first-aid programs and a physical hardening regimen, which included jumping from this tree.
From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles
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