- present tense form of accelerate (3rd person singular).
accelerates
Example Sentences
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"This suggests APOE4 accelerates a process that resembles normal aging, and could explain why people with the gene variant are more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease earlier in life," Huang says.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 23, 2026
Moderna’s breakthrough highlights a broader transformation, as AI accelerates the clinical development of therapies at a pace that would have seemed unimaginable a few years ago.
From Barron's ● Aug. 21, 2026
So some analysts think interest rates may not rise this year - but there are still risks they do, especially if inflation accelerates by an unexpected amount.
From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2026
“Demand for critical infrastructure that accelerates innovation in the U.S. and supports the economy will need to be met with capital, development capabilities, and additional power generation that benefits local communities,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
“Sorry!” she calls as she accelerates, as if the other driver can hear.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
