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swiftly

[swift-lee] / ˈswɪft li /


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More likely, many countries could be reticent to accept “volcano refugees,” making excuses – perhaps legitimate ones – that they don’t have the money, resources or space to safely settle so many people so swiftly.

From Science Daily Sep. 22, 2026

Priebus was fairly swiftly given the heave-ho in favor of retired Gen. John Kelly, who was serving as secretary of homeland security.

From Salon Sep. 20, 2026

Gail took over the company’s financials, swiftly gaining the trust of their creditors and negotiating payment plans that kept the business running until they had peeled themselves out of short-term debt.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 18, 2026

Across the nation, some employers – private and public – acted swiftly to the pressure campaign.

From BBC Sep. 13, 2026

Men tumble out, and their cries and prayers fade away swiftly.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda




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