fleet-footed
[fleet-foo t-id]
- able to run fast.
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Origin of fleet-footed
First recorded in 1585–95
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But it seemed short enough on the back of the faithful, fleet-footed Peter.
The Law-BreakersRidgwell Cullum
Yet Lorand had come as quickly as four fleet-footed steeds could gallop.
Debts of HonorMaurus Jkai
Fleet-footed indeed were the hours of that long summer's afternoon.
Her BennySilas Kitto Hocking
Among these is the fleet-footed Ocypoda, which is interesting to watch.
The Sea-beach at Ebb-tideAugusta Foote Arnold
The next instant they were following on the trail of the fleet-footed monkey.
The Rope of GoldRoy J. Snell