hasten
Verbs
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(v) act or move at high speed
- We have to rush!
- hurry--it's late!
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(v) move fast
- He rushed down the hall to receive his guests
- The cars raced down the street
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(v) speed up the progress of; facilitate
- This should expedite the process
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(v) cause to occur rapidly
- the infection precipitated a high fever and allergic reactions