as in facilitated
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to cause (something) to happen faster
They've asked the judge to expedite the lawsuits. We'll do what we can to expedite the processing of your insurance claim.
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Recent Examples of expedited
Mixed-use developments that include a percentage of affordable units should be incentivized by city, county, and state governments through grants, technical assistance, and expedited permitting processes.
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Lisa J. Huriash, Sun Sentinel, 28 Oct. 2024
Amid the outcry from the community, California Highway Patrol officers were added to enforcement efforts, the governor approved speed cameras, Caltrans expedited road improvements and the city launched a public safety campaign.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2024
Tailoring return policies and options based on customer segmentation, such as by offering VIP customers extended return windows or expedited refunds, is important.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 16 Oct. 2024
State law already sets expedited timeframes for courts to hear cases contesting election results, and the new Arizona Supreme Court order adds direction for county judges who are the first to hear cases before an appeal.
—Stacey Barchenger, The Arizona Republic, 16 Oct. 2024
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Lisa J. Huriash, Sun Sentinel, 28 Oct. 2024
Amid the outcry from the community, California Highway Patrol officers were added to enforcement efforts, the governor approved speed cameras, Caltrans expedited road improvements and the city launched a public safety campaign.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2024
Tailoring return policies and options based on customer segmentation, such as by offering VIP customers extended return windows or expedited refunds, is important.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 16 Oct. 2024
State law already sets expedited timeframes for courts to hear cases contesting election results, and the new Arizona Supreme Court order adds direction for county judges who are the first to hear cases before an appeal.
—Stacey Barchenger, The Arizona Republic, 16 Oct. 2024
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“Expedited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expedited. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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