speeding up

Example Sentences

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In the days and weeks that followed, city and police officials continued to pepper the bureau about speeding up the approval process.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

One of the most powerful is retinol, which works by speeding up skin cell turnover, which can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Measurements suggested the giant planet's rotation rate was changing over time, as if Saturn were somehow speeding up or slowing down.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

Tedros said the WHO was pouring money, medical supplies and staff into the DRC to support the authorities and speeding up clinical trials on potential treatments.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

“Quick, or we’ll lose him,” said Harry, speeding up.

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