quicken

Example Sentences

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I heard him jogging to catch up to me, and I quickened my pace.

From Literature

India stood out as well, as new order growth quickened despite a slower rise in exports.

From The Wall Street Journal

Duane tried to be civil, but in truth, he felt a little spooked, so he quickened his pace more and more until soon he was running away.

From Literature

The miller cast his gaze on me, and I quickened my foot on the treadle.

From Literature

Although his speech set a record for length, these moments quickened the pace of the evening and fit with the president's larger theme of American patriotism and accomplishment.

From BBC