speed
Example Sentences
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"We must move at the speed of the epidemic," added Kaseya, criticising Africa's dependence on outside financial support.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
Asked about the Vulcan deal being expedited, the Pentagon spokesperson said defense officials balance “lightning speed with rigorous diligence to close high-impact deals that directly strengthen America’s defense and empower our warfighters.”
From Salon • May 31, 2026
This week, the government announced plans to boost train wi-fi speed and reliability over the next five years.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
The company said the vehicle had hit the brakes, reducing the car’s speed from 17 mph to 6 mph at the time of impact.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026
He pitched the nose of the airplane down, pushing past the red “never exceed” line on the air speed indicator of his Cessna 182.
From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone
Vocabulary lists containing speed
Word Generation Science - Measurement
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Conservation of Energy and Energy Transfer - Introductory
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Force and Motion (Mechanics) - Middle School
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