1
as in to increase
to become greater in size, extent, volume, amount, or number
toy purchases accelerate dramatically during the Christmas season
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2
as in to rush
to cause to move or proceed fast or faster
we accelerated preparations for the hurricane upon hearing weather reports that it had gained speed
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as in to expand
to make greater in size, amount, or number
the company accelerated its advertising purchases even as the economy appeared to be in recession
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Recent Examples of accelerate
The Pentagon should accelerate efforts to develop other such systems, working with traditional defense contractors and smaller startups to produce autonomous air and sea craft that can carry cargo.
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Jennifer Kavanagh, Foreign Affairs, 25 Feb. 2025
Rogers’ equaliser, paradoxically, accelerated Villa’s malfunctioning rather than proving a safe haven.
—Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 25 Feb. 2025
As Hill sprinted from the trailing vehicle, the president was struck by a second and third shot as Hill crawled onto the back of the Kennedys' accelerating car.
—Bill Trott, USA TODAY, 25 Feb. 2025
The investment helps to accelerate Mikuni’s goal of expanding to 50 locations by its 50th anniversary, Arai said in a news release announcing the deal.
—Ishani Desai, Sacramento Bee, 14 Feb. 2025
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Jennifer Kavanagh, Foreign Affairs, 25 Feb. 2025
Rogers’ equaliser, paradoxically, accelerated Villa’s malfunctioning rather than proving a safe haven.
—Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 25 Feb. 2025
As Hill sprinted from the trailing vehicle, the president was struck by a second and third shot as Hill crawled onto the back of the Kennedys' accelerating car.
—Bill Trott, USA TODAY, 25 Feb. 2025
The investment helps to accelerate Mikuni’s goal of expanding to 50 locations by its 50th anniversary, Arai said in a news release announcing the deal.
—Ishani Desai, Sacramento Bee, 14 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accelerate
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Though Congress began its new session just a little over a month ago, its approval rating has increased among Americans, according to new data from Gallup.—
Sudiksha Kochi,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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Easy solution: increase the toll to keep more cars out of Midtown.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
20 Feb. 2025
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As gunshots rained down and throngs of terrified parade-goers ran in all directions, Dr. David Baum rushed to render aid.—
Angie Leventis Lourgos,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Feb. 2025
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Harris has four straight years of 17 starts and 1,000 rushing yards to open his career.—
Vic Tafur,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
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The role has expanded into areas like physical security and global technology infrastructure.—
Aleksandr Yampolskiy,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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Meanwhile, about 90 minutes from L.A., Hollywood power couple John Legend and Chrissy Teigen have expanded their West Coast property portfolio with a vacation getaway in the mountain community of Lake Arrowhead.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
20 Feb. 2025
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Jack Posobiec, a right-wing influencer who rose to prominence by pushing conspiracy theories such as Pizzagate, was invited by Pentagon officials to travel on Hegseth’s first trip overseas.—
Ali Breland,
The Atlantic,
28 Feb. 2025
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In addition to the spacious courtyard, where the sun can be seen setting behind the mountains that rise to the west of Rancho Mirage, the north side of the house spills onto a covered terrace that bows out into a lush, grassy yard that backs up to the golf course.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
28 Feb. 2025
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For the past week, President Donald Trump and Elon Musk have repeatedly pushed unsubstantiated claims that dead Americans listed as 150 or older are receiving Social Security payments.—
Joey Garrison,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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There’s also evidence that the breakdown of prebiotics in your gut can contribute to satiety (or fullness) as well as alleviate constipation by helping push stool along.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
20 Feb. 2025
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Retail: In China, robots are augmenting hotels and retail, disrupting customer and in-store digital experiences and enabling shopping on the go, increasing footfall and customer satisfaction.—
Sudhanshu Duggal,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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The Navy, specifically, wants a hybrid fleet, with sailors and Marines augmented by smart machinery strapped with guns, jammers and sensors.—
Colin Demarest,
Axios,
18 Feb. 2025
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Cold exposure is particularly helpful for those who have irritable skin through the constriction of blood vessels, alleviating swelling and flushes.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
Newsweek,
24 Feb. 2025
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Tannins swelling the structure and acidity bathing the flavors.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Soil moisture hastens the movement of nutrients through the soil and keeps materials in place.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
14 Feb. 2025
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Compared with the rest of the face, the lips have a thinner protective barrier, which hastens moisture loss.—
Laura Regensdorf Katharine Sohn Laura Bannister Osman Can Yerebakan Shannon Adducci,
New York Times,
13 Feb. 2025
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“Accelerate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accelerate. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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