breakneck

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On a sweltering day, they could not play at a breakneck speed, could not bring that physical intensity to bear, and the quieter tempo almost suited them.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

The memory-chip market is growing at breakneck speed, driving big gains for Micron Technology stock.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Both players showcased their preference for first-strike tennis, knocking lumps out of the ball from the baseline, in a high-level contest played at breakneck speed.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

A crew of more than 450 people shoot on a breakneck production schedule.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

Then he turned tail and ran, at breakneck speed, back down the hill, Crabbe and Goyle behind him.

From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling