expeditious
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- expeditiously adverb
- expeditiousness noun
- nonexpeditious adjective
- nonexpeditiousness noun
- unexpeditious adjective
- unexpeditiousness noun
Etymology
Origin of expeditious
First recorded in 1590–1600; exped(ition) + -itious
Example Sentences
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Now, however, it’s clear that, at least when it comes to this order, language like “most expeditious manner,” doesn’t necessarily mean that anything is changing anytime soon.
From Salon
In a press statement, Orsted said it will “determine how best it may be possible to work with the U.S. Administration to achieve an expeditious and durable resolution.”
From MarketWatch
Orsted said in a statement after the ruling that Revolution Wind “will determine how best it may be possible to work with the U.S. administration to achieve an expeditious and durable result.”
“The state will ensure there is a full, fair and expeditious investigation to ensure accountability and justice,” Walz said.
From Salon
"The state will ensure there is a full, fair, and expeditious investigation to ensure accountability and justice."
From BBC
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